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Parent Workshops& Adult Learning

Parent Workshops
& Adult Learning

At Dr. Hayes Educates, we believe whole-child growth begins with supported, empowered caregivers. We offer a unique suite of parent workshops, caregiver-child classes, and adult learning opportunities grounded in connection, clarity, and community. Whether you’re navigating parenting challenges, starting your homeschool journey, or investing in your own growth — we’re here with research-backed, judgment-free support.

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What We Offer

Parent with Heart: Loving Discipline & Connection

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A transformative series of workshops and support circles for caregivers seeking to raise emotionally resilient children without shame, fear-based methods, or extreme parenting ideologies.

  • Build confident, respectful boundaries

  • Strengthen co-regulation and emotional connection

  • Learn real-world discipline strategies grounded in love and logic

  • Support for children ages 2–12
    This is not “gentle parenting” or authoritarian—it’s heart-centered, relationship-rooted parenting for real life.

Parent Power Lab: Empowerment Workshops for Real Life
COMING SOON!

For caregivers navigating homeschooling, behavior, academics, and more
These aren’t Pinterest-perfect lectures. They’re practical, judgment-free trainings for parents in the thick of it. Each workshop gives you tools—not just talk—to support your learner and reclaim your power as an educator and caregiver.
Topics include:

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  • Choosing & customizing curriculum for your homeschool journey

  • Executive functioning hacks for home (without chaos)

  • Managing meltdowns and behavior without yelling or shame

  • Reinforcing academics in daily routines
    You’ll leave feeling clear, confident, and capable.

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Bundle & Bond: Infant

Connection Series

COMING SOON!

For babies 0–12 months and their caregivers
A nurturing experience for new parents and infants that centers early bonding, emotional attunement, and responsive caregiving. Each session includes hands-on demos, sensory exploration, and secure attachment foundations rooted in developmental science.
You’ll learn:

  • How to tune into baby’s cues through eye contact and gentle touch

  • Babywearing, responsive feeding, and regulation rituals

  • Practical strategies for rhythm, routines, and trust-building

  • The “serve and return” of early interaction to build brain architecture
    This is not a lecture—it’s hands-on, grounded, and heart-led.

Sew & Grow: Mommy
& Me Maker Time

​For ages 3–6 with a caregiver
Where storytelling meets stitching and little hands grow bold. This creative bonding series pairs early learning, hands-on sewing, and sensory-rich play in a space where confidence, connection, and creativity bloom.
Each session includes:

  • A themed read-aloud and related sensory craft

  • Guided beginner-friendly machine sewing or felt project

  • Fine motor skill building and social-emotional learning through play

  • Caregiver-child reflection time and collaborative routines
    Perfect for caregivers who want to create and connect with intention.

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The Reset Room: Coaching for ADHD Adults & Overwhelmed Brains

For adults 18+ navigating ADHD, burnout, or executive dysfunction. Not therapy. Not fluff. Just real talk, real tools, and real support. Whether you’re a parent, educator, or simply burned out, this coaching space helps you reclaim your time, brain, and peace.
We work on:

  • Building sustainable routines that don’t fall apart in a week

  • Reducing shame, guilt, and internal chaos

  • Time and energy management tools for neurodivergent minds

  • Habit stacking, flexible planning, and follow-through systems
    Come as you are. Leave with clarity and a plan.

Read ForReal: Adult
Literacy & GED Prep

COMING SOON!

For adults seeking stronger foundational skills or high school equivalency. This isn’t school the way you remember it. Our judgment-free, shame-free approach to adult education meets you exactly where you are—with real respect, real tools, and real progress.
We offer:

  • Reading comprehension and writing fluency workshops

  • GED and HiSET test prep with flexible scheduling

  • One-on-one or small group support

  • Curriculum tailored to your pace, goals, and life experience
    Everyone deserves to read with confidence—and rewrite their story.

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Thread & Tea: Adult Sewing Studio

COMING SOON!

Weekend and evening classes for beginner to casual sewists
Part creative outlet, part self-care, part social vibe—Thread & Tea is your space to unwind while learning basic machine sewing, DIY crafts, or practical projects like tote bags, aprons, or embroidery.
Each session includes:

  • Step-by-step guidance from a patient instructor (no experience needed)

  • Use of sewing machines and supplies provided

  • Gentle creative flow with music, tea, and positive vibes

  • Small group format—come solo or bring a friend
    Whether you want to sew for fun or make gifts, this is your new favorite hobby.

Zumbini®: Move, Bond, & Play (Ages 0–4 + Caregiver)

COMING SOON!

A joyful, rhythmic, music-and-movement class for toddlers and their grown-ups, created by Zumba® and BabyFirst™. Zumbini supports language development, bonding, and coordination through playful songs, movement, and instrument fun.
Class includes:

  • Guided dance & movement with kid-friendly global beats

  • Sensory props like scarves and drums

  • Parent-child connection moments and structured routines

  • Social fun with other families
    Babies wiggle, toddlers groove, and everyone smiles.

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Talk, Tune In, & Turn the Page™: Raising Little Learners with Confidence..COMING SOON!

A workshop for parents and caregivers of children ages 0–6

This hands-on, heart-led session gives caregivers the tools to communicate with young children in ways that build language, trust, and a love of learning—without overthinking it, overdoing it, or feeling overwhelmed.

Whether you're raising a quiet toddler, a big-feeling preschooler, or a talkative kindergartener, this workshop helps you:

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 Talk With — Not At — Your Child

  • Learn responsive communication strategies that build connection, not conflict

  • Discover how to read your child’s cues (and why behavior is communication)

  • Practice language modeling techniques that build vocabulary naturally

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 Understand Developmental Stages

  • What your child can do, wants to do, and isn't ready for—yet

  • The milestones that matter (and which ones you can chill about)

  • How to support social-emotional and language growth through play and daily life

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Build Early Literacy Through Everyday Moments

  • How to create a literacy-rich home (without buying a bunch of stuff)

  • Routines, songs, and stories that plant the seeds for strong reading and writing

  • What to say while reading, cooking, riding in the car, or brushing teeth​

Perfect for:

  • Parents of babies, toddlers, and preschoolers

  • Families navigating language delays or unsure about milestones

  • Homeschoolers or stay-at-home parents who want real strategies

  • Anyone who wants to feel more confident talking, teaching, and connecting​

Bonus Take-Home:
Participants receive a printable toolkit with:

  • Sample scripts & conversation starters

  • Literacy activity ideas by age

  • Developmental red flags & when to seek support

  • Daily rhythms that support speech, play, and early reading

Kids Doing Homework

Why They Act Right for Me & Wild Out for You™..COMING SOON!

Why They Act Right for Me & Wild Out for You™A real-talk behavior workshop for caregivers ready for peace, not power struggles.Parents always ask:“Why do they act like an angel for you, but lose it at home?”This session gives you the answers — with no shame, just strategy.

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We’ll unpack why kids often save their biggest emotions for home, what your child’s behavior is really saying, and how to shift the energy without losing your mind or your voice.

What You’ll Learn:

  • The 3 reasons kids behave better with teachers or others (and why it's not about you failing)

  • How to use structure, routines, and connection to reduce pushback at home

  • The difference between discipline and punishment

  • Scripts and language swaps that calm chaos without coddling

  • What’s typical developmental behavior vs. signs of ADHD, executive functioning issues, or sensory overload

  • When to seek professional support — and how to know it’s not “just a phase”

You’ll walk away with:

  • A toolkit of routines, visuals, and scripts you can start using today

  • A new mindset about consequences, consistency, and emotional safety

  • Guidance on when and how to get help if something deeper is going on

  • Real strategies that actually work — even if your child is spicy, sensitive, or strong-willed

Who It’s For:

  • Parents of kids ages 3–10 who struggle with listening, meltdowns, or power struggles

  • Families of neurodivergent children (diagnosed or suspected)

  • Anyone who’s been told “they’re fine at school” but you see the emotional fallout at home

  • Caregivers tired of flip-flopping between being “too soft” and “too strict”

Optional 4-Week Deep Dive Series:

  1. What Behavior Really Means – Nervous systems, power struggles, & the brain

  2. The Calm Home Blueprint – Daily systems, visual cues & predictable rhythms

  3. Say It So They Hear You – Scripts, tone, body language & follow-through

  4. Is This Just a Phase? – Red flags, ADHD signs, and when to get help

Fashion Design Studio

Design, Cut & Print: Silhouette Cameo Workshop

Series..COMING SOON!

Learn to master your Silhouette Cameo for personalized projects that pop!nThis beginner-friendly class series is perfect for crafters, creatives, and small business owners who want to confidently use their Silhouette Cameo machine to design, cut, and create stunning vinyl, HTV, and print projects.

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You’ll walk away with finished items, downloadable templates, and the know-how to turn your Cameo into a powerful creative tool — whether you're making shirts, decals, stickers, or labels.

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What You’ll Learn

  • Setting up your Silhouette Cameo and software

  • Designing in Silhouette Studio® (text, shapes, trace, layers)

  • Loading materials correctly (HTV, adhesive vinyl, cardstock, print-and-cut)

  • Cutting, weeding, and transferring designs

  • Best practices for print-and-cut and layered vinyl designs

  • Basic machine troubleshooting and tips

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Sample Projects May Include:

  • Custom T-shirt Decals (HTV)

  • Branded Stickers or Product Labels

  • Greeting Cards & Paper Projects

  • Wall Decals or Car Window Designs

  • Personalized Tote Bags, Cups, and More

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Who This Is For:

  • Total beginners with a Silhouette Cameo (or those considering one)

  • Crafters who want to step up their skills or create for fun

  • Small business owners looking to add custom products

  • Anyone ready to bring their creative ideas to life

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 Pricing Options:

  • $85 per session (includes materials for the project)

  • Multi-Session Package: Save 10% when you register for 3 or more classes

  • Bring your own machine or reserve a limited-use studio machine (first-come, first-served)

Sew, Create & Connect:
Beginner Sewing Series
COMING SOON!

A creative outlet for adults who want to learn, laugh, and leave with something handmade.

Whether you’ve never touched a sewing machine or you’re ready to finally finish a project with confidence, this hands-on series is designed just for you. Each class includes step-by-step guidance, pre-cut materials, and a welcoming environment to build your skills — one stitch at a time.

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From cozy socks and custom scrunchies to aprons, tote bags, and beginner garments, you’ll complete a new project in each session while learning how to use a sewing machine, read patterns, and master essential techniques.

 What to Expect

  • Rotating weekly projects: Accessories, home goods, and simple clothing pieces

  • Printed patterns and pre-measured fabric provided

  • Access to sewing machines, tools, and supplies

  • Personalized help — no prior experience needed

Sample Projects May Include:

  • Sew It Forward Socks & Ear Warmers

  • Scrunchies & Custom Pillow Covers

  • Tote Bags, Aprons, Oven Mitts

  • Urban Lounge Shorts or Leggings

  • Everyday T-Shirts (2-Part Garment Series)

Who It’s For:

  • Adults who want to learn to sew from scratch

  • Creatives looking for a weekly hands-on hobby

  • DIYers craving a fun and relaxed evening outlet

  • Anyone who wants to connect with others through creativity

Pricing Options:

  • $85 per session (includes all materials + machine use)

  • $160 for 2-part projects (like full garment construction — save $10)

  • Save 10% when you register for 5 or more sessions upfront

Why You’ll Love It:

  • We prep the supplies — you just show up and sew

  • Each class ends with something you can proudly take home

  • Options for beginners and returning learners ready for more

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