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Parent Speaker Series: Five Essential Life Skills

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Every child’s journey is unique, but the playbook for success often relies on the same foundational skills. Whether your child is neurodivergent, gifted, or neurotypical, they are constantly navigating a world that demands high levels of independence and resilience.

Mehlville School District is honored to host guest speaker and author Emily Kircher-Morris for her keynote: The Parenting Playbook. The event is Tuesday, April 28, at 6 p.m. at Nottelmann Auditorium (Mehlville High School, 3200 Lemay Ferry Road)

While Kircher-Morris is a leading expert in supporting neurodivergent and twice-exceptional learners, this session is designed for every parent. She will break down the "big five" skills that serve as the engine for a child’s social, emotional and academic life. The "big five" skills are self-advocacy, emotional regulation, executive functioning, communication and motivation. 

Drawing from neuroscience and her work as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Kircher-Morris helps families shift from crisis mode (just trying to get through the day) to connection mode. You will walk away with practical tools that grow confidence — not just in your kids, but in your own parenting.

Event Details

When: April 28, 2026, 6-7 p.m.
Where: Nottelmann Auditorium
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Presented by: Emily Kircher-Morris, LPCP (www.emilykirchermorris.com)