Join us for Anacapa School’s
Parent Education Night
The Essence of Adolescence
Date: Thursday, November 6th
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: 814 Santa Barbara Street, Santa Barbara, Ca. 93101
Free Event
Event Overview:
Join us for an evening of insight and practical strategies to support children and adolescents in their emotional, social, and creative development. The evening begins at 6:30 PM with drinks and appetizers, followed by the presentation from 7:00–8:00 PM.
Presentation:
Key Traits:
Emotional Spark (ES): Support intense feelings with safe spaces and validation.
Social Engagement (SE): Encourage positive friendships and group activities.
Novelty-Seeking (N): Channel curiosity and risk-taking into healthy challenges.
Creative Exploration (CE): Foster imagination through projects and original ideas.
Integration: Combine emotion, social, and creativity for growth and lifelong learning.
Schedule:
6:30 PM – Drinks & Appetizers
7:00–8:00 PM – Presentation
RSVP:
Reserve your spot to ensure we have enough drinks and appetizers! Spaces are limited.
email anacapa@anacapaschool.org or call 805-965-0228
The Essence of Adolescence by Edie Lanphar
Featuring Dr. Dan Siegel’s E.S.S.E.N.C.E. framework – Emotional Spark, Social Engagement, Novelty-Seeking, and Creative Exploration. Attendees will learn practical strategies to nurture these traits across all stages of development, helping young people thrive, build resilience, and develop lifelong adaptability.
