Scholar Family Resources

June 16 through July 25, 2025

Summer Institute 2025

Summer Institute 2025 Bus Schedules

Belen Jesuit Preparatory School

University of Miami (BTU)

Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart

Gulliver Prep

Miami Country Day School

Palmer Trinity School

Ransom Everglades School

Saint Andrew’s School

Our family workshop series is designed to support parents and guardians in effectively nurturing Scholar growth and development, fostering healthy home environments, building respectful and loving relationships, and managing external stressors and mental health. Your participation is critical! Breaking through starts with you.

“I absolutely loved the safe, professional and hope-filled space this workshop provided. I felt like no question was off limits for Sylvie B. and Dr. B!!”

“I learned that most of the parents with middle schoolers are in the same predicament as I am with my child. I really do agree that pre-teens seem to be a very difficult stage to be in for our kids as they’re not a young child anymore, nor a teenager yet, and are experiencing a lot of changes both physically and emotionally. That we as parents should be more understanding, patient, and open minded. That we should always make them feel comfortable coming and opening up to us, regardless of the issue they might have or like to discuss. Make our kids feel that they can talk/discuss anything under the sun with us, their parents.”

“Not only did I learn a lot from this workshop going forward, but in many ways I feel as if it was a form of self care. It provided me with a private moment to press pause in my world so I can listen, ask questions and focus on learning new skills for what matters most to me –my family.“

PARENT WORKSHOPS – TOPICS INCLUDE:

Wednesday, September 17, 2025
6:45-7:30 p.m.
Strong Starts: Building Routines, Independence, and Emotional Security

Focus: Setting up consistent home-school routines, encouraging age-appropriate independence, and supporting emotional regulation as students adjust to a new grade.

Wednesday, October 22, 2025
6:45-7:30 p.m.
Cultivating Curiosity: How to Support Learning Through Everyday Moments

Focus: Helping parents turn daily routines into opportunities for rich conversation, problem-solving, and wonder!

Wednesday, November 5, 2025
6:45-7:30 p.m.
Raising Resilient Learners: Fostering Grit, Joy, and a Growth Mindset

Focus: Helping children embrace mistakes, persist through challenges, and celebrate progress rather than perfection.

Wednesday, December 3, 2025
6:45-7:30 p.m.
Meaningful Moments: Family Connection During the Holidays

Focus: Navigating the busy holiday season with intentionality, calm, and connection.

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Hosted by Dr. Bettina Lozzi-Toscano, PhD, LMHC,MFT,NCC,DCC/Sylvie Brounstein- Instructional Coach, Resiliency

Dr. Bettina Lozzi-Toscano is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a PhD in Marriage and Family Counseling from Barry University. She has been in private practice for over 20 years and specializes in family, children, adolescents, individuals, and couple dynamics. She focuses on teaching and educating individuals, families, and children/adolescents on how to build, and maintain healthy connections.

Sylvie B is a dedicated educator with a strong passion for empowering students and guiding them towards success. Her unwavering vision, enthusiasm, and natural ability to inspire others allow her to cater to the individual needs of students and their families. Having been recruited as a Division 1 athlete at the University of Miami, Sylvie understands the value of perseverance and hard work firsthand. After graduating, she obtained her Master’s degree in Education from the same university. Sylvie’s impactful work has garnered attention, with her contributions being featured in various podcasts and articles.