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Safe Sitter® is designed to prepare students in grades 6-8 to be safe when they're home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. The Instructor-led class is filled with fun games and role-playing exercises. Students learn: Safety Skills Students learn how to prevent unsafe situations and what to do when faced with dangers such as power failures or weather emergencies. Child Care Skills Students learn tips to manage behavior that will help them stay in control of themselves and the children in their care. Students also learn the ages and stages of child development, as well as practice diapering. First Aid & Rescue Skills Learning skills such as choking rescue. Students also learn a system to help them assess and respond to injuries and illnesses. Life & Business Skills The ability to screen jobs, discuss fees, and greet employers will set students up for success now and in the future. Students practice these skills through various role plays. Participants will need to bring: Soft-bodied baby doll for diaper changing practice (if you have one) Sack lunch & snacks Refillable water bottle Each participant will receive a Safe Sitter® Handbook, Important Information Note Pad, and Safe Sitter® Pencil Saturday, January 9th (10am-3:30pm) Registration Deadline: Sunday, September 13th Location Seyller Community Room (390 South Avenue) Fees $100/$110nr Convenient online registration always open for the Hampshire Township Park District. Register

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