Healthy families start with great conversations.

A hallmark of our workshops is the opportunity for families to learn from and interact with guest experts. Depending on the topic, families may hear from a health professional, journalist, educator, or other knowledgeable community partner who can answer questions, share real-world experience, and make the workshop content more meaningful and relevant. 

Who can attend: Families, caregivers, students, and members of the school or community

Where: Virtual or on-site at schools, libraries, and community organizations

Workshop length: 45 minutes to 2 hours

When: Weekdays during or after school, evenings, and select Saturdays

Cost: Varies by program

For additional information, contact Ginger Ragland, Manager of New Initiatives, at gragland@HealthyNewsWorks.org or check out our Frequently Asked Questions.  

Current Offerings

Healthy Bites: Snack Detectives  

Put your family’s snack knowledge to the test. Children and caregivers become Snack Detectives as they investigate food labels, uncover surprising facts about sugar and salt, and compare popular snacks with healthier alternatives. 

Through games, demonstrations, taste-testing, and hands-on activities, families learn how to make nutritious choices that fit their tastes, traditions, and budgets. A guest health or nutrition expert answers family questions and offers practical guidance for making realistic, informed food choices. Each family leaves with helpful resources and a take-home snack kit to continue the investigation at home. 

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Snack Smart Pop-Up

Short on time but ready for some healthy fun? Snack Smart Pop-Ups are fast-paced, hands-on events where students and their caregivers work together to prepare simple, nutritious snacks. These highly interactive 30-minute sessions are ideal for school arrival or dismissal times, family nights, health fairs, and other existing events where a full workshop may not be feasible. Families leave with new snack ideas, practical tips, and an easy recipe they can try again at home.

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Calm Mornings + Connected Families = Great School Days  

A smoother school day often begins before anyone leaves the house. In this hands-on workshop, families examine how sleep, screen use, morning routines, preparation, and communication can influence attendance, punctuality, mood, and school success. 

Children and caregivers participate in activities, identify common morning challenges, and create realistic routines that work for their household. A guest expert shares practical advice and answers questions about sleep, routines, attendance, family communication, or other factors that contribute to a successful school day. Families leave with a Family Success Toolkit filled with planning resources they can begin using right away. 

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Calm & Connected

Stress affects every member of the family, but talking about it can help. 

Through interviewing and family conversation activities, children and caregivers learn more about the situations that cause stress in one another’s lives and identify healthy ways to respond. Families work together to capture what they have learned in a creative poster or family newspaper. 

A guest expert shares practical strategies for managing stress, communicating openly, and supporting one another during challenging moments. Families leave with ideas they can use to stay calm and connected at home. 

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Raising Smart Digital Citizens  

Can your family spot misleading information online? In this interactive media-literacy workshop, children and caregivers explore how algorithms, social media, artificial intelligence, and digital content can shape what people see and believe. Families take part in media investigations, practice identifying trustworthy information, and discuss how to pause, question, and verify information before reacting or sharing. 

A guest journalist, media professional, or digital-literacy expert shares real-world examples, answers family questions, and helps participants better understand how information is created and circulated online. Families leave with a Digital Detective Toolkit and practical strategies for becoming safer, more responsible, and better-informed digital citizens. 

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Guiding Kids in the Digital World  

Social media and digital technology are a growing part of childhood and family life. 

This workshop creates space for children and caregivers to talk honestly about screen use, online experiences, and the challenges families face in the digital world. Participants explore practical strategies, establish shared expectations, and begin creating a realistic family media plan that reflects their needs and values. 

A guest expert helps families consider common digital challenges and answers questions about supporting children as they navigate online spaces. 

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