Events @ NORA
As part of our goal to be an integral part of our community, we frequently host public events for parents and non-parents alike. Click each title for more information - and be sure to RSVP as needed, to ensure we get you the proper instructions on how and where to join in!
When You Teen Pushes You Away - Parent Education Series
Understanding distance, shutdown, avoidance, and how parents can respond without escalating the disconnection.
Executive Functioning - Parent Education Series
The importance of preparing your team for transitions.
Understanding Why Teens Avoid and How to Help - Parent Education Series
Understanding distance, shutdown, avoidance, and how parents can respond without escalating the disconnection.
The Art of Gaming in Real Life - Parent Education Series
Building social skills, practicing collaborative problem-solving, and learning social confidence in the absence of technology.
Evidence-Based (But Counterintuitive) Parenting - Parent Education Series
A practical toolbox to assist children who are having difficulties attending school due to mental health concerns, including anxiety and neurodiversity.
College Readiness for Students Who Learn Differently - Parent Education Series
What your teen needs to be successful college student!
May 19 - Virtual Open House (RSVP Required)
Meet our Admissions Director and our Head of School, as we provide an overview of The Nora School and discuss the unique benefits of learning here. If available, one of our teachers and a student will join the discussion as well. A brief Q&A can follow. After this session, please contact Admissions@nora-school.org to set up a time to talk!
The Great Workload Escape: Understanding Why Teens Avoid and How to Help (May 6: Virtual only, RSVP Required)
Strategies related to teenage anxiety, walking the fine line between protecting your child and bolstering their independence. Click the title for more information!
Apr. 16 - Virtual Open House (RSVP Required)
Meet our Admissions Director and our Head of School, as we provide an overview of The Nora School and discuss the unique benefits of learning here. If available, one of our teachers and a student will join the discussion as well. A brief Q&A can follow. After this session, please contact Admissions@nora-school.org to set up a time to talk!
Family Communications with Your Teen: Strategies in Listening, Hearing, and Discussing (March 18: Virtual only, RSVP Required)
Strategies related to teenage anxiety, walking the fine line between protecting your child and bolstering their independence. Click the title for more information!
Mar. 17 - Virtual Open House (RSVP Required)
Meet our Admissions Director and our Head of School, as we provide an overview of The Nora School and discuss the unique benefits of learning here. If available, one of our teachers and a student will join the discussion as well. A brief Q&A can follow. After this session, please contact Admissions@nora-school.org to set up a time to talk!
From Meltdown to Calm: How the Power of Validation Turns Your Teen’s Intensity into Connection (Feb. 25: Virtual only, RSVP Required)
Strategies related to teenage anxiety, walking the fine line between protecting your child and bolstering their independence. Click the title for more information!
Feb.19 - Virtual Open House (RSVP Required)
Meet our Admissions Director and our Head of School, as we provide an overview of The Nora School and discuss the unique benefits of learning here. If available, one of our teachers and a student will join the discussion as well. A brief Q&A can follow. After this session, please contact Admissions@nora-school.org to set up a time to talk!
Jan 6 - Virtual Open House (RSVP Required)
Meet our Admissions Director and our Head of School, as we provide an overview of The Nora School and discuss the unique benefits of learning here. If available, one of our teachers and a student will join the discussion as well. A brief Q&A can follow. After this session, please contact Admissions@nora-school.org to set up a time to talk!
Dec. 11 - Virtual Open House (RSVP Required)
Meet our Admissions Director and our Head of School, as we provide an overview of The Nora School and discuss the unique benefits of learning here. If available, one of our teachers and a student will join the discussion as well. A brief Q&A can follow. After this session, please contact Admissions@nora-school.org to set up a time to talk!
The Keys to College Readiness: College Planning for Students with Learning Differences (Dec. 10: Virtual only, RSVP Required)
Strategies related to teenage anxiety, walking the fine line between protecting your child and bolstering their independence. Click the title for more information!
Thriving as a Family: Self Care and Stress Management (Nov. 19: Virtual only, RSVP Required)
Strategies related to teenage anxiety, walking the fine line between protecting your child and bolstering their independence. Click the title for more information!
Nov. 18 - Virtual Open House (RSVP Required)
Meet our Admissions Director and our Head of School, as we provide an overview of The Nora School and discuss the unique benefits of learning here. If available, one of our teachers and a student will join the discussion as well. A brief Q&A can follow. After this session, please contact Admissions@nora-school.org to set up a time to talk!
Oct. 16 - Virtual Open House (RSVP Required)
Meet our Admissions Director and our Head of School, as we provide an overview of The Nora School and discuss the unique benefits of learning here. If available, one of our teachers and a student will join the discussion as well. A brief Q&A can follow. After this session, please contact Admissions@nora-school.org to set up a time to talk!
Parenting the Anxious Teen: When to Worry and How to Help (Oct. 8: Virtual only, RSVP Required)
Learn how to recognize when anxiety is a typical part of adolescence—and when it might signal something more serious. This session offers expert guidance on how to support your teen without reinforcing unhelpful patterns, along with actionable strategies to build resilience, encourage open communication, and promote emotional regulation at home.
Sept. 16 - Virtual Open House (RSVP Required)
Meet our Admissions Director and our Head of School, as we provide an overview of The Nora School and discuss the unique benefits of learning here. If available, one of our teachers and a student will join the discussion as well. A brief Q&A can follow. After this session, please contact Admissions@nora-school.org to set up a time to talk!
May 15 - Virtual Open House (RSVP Required)
Join us Online to meet our Admissions Director and our Head of School, as we provide an overview of The Nora School and discuss the unique benefits of learning here. If available, one of our teachers will join the discussion as well. A brief Q&A can follow if there is interest.
April 24 - Virtual Open House (RSVP Required)
Join us Online to meet our Admissions Director and our Head of School, as we provide an overview of The Nora School and discuss the unique benefits of learning here. If available, one of our teachers will join the discussion as well. A brief Q&A can follow if there is interest.
March 20 - Virtual Open House (RSVP Required)
Join us Online to meet our Admissions Director and our Head of School, as we provide an overview of The Nora School and discuss the unique benefits of learning here. If available, one of our teachers will join the discussion as well. A brief Q&A can follow if there is interest.
Expanding the Conversation; From Reacting in the Moment to Improved Communications, with John Hart, Ph.D., LCMFT (Virtual only, RSVP Required)
Hearing, listening and communicating with your teen. Click the title for more information!
Feb 20 - Virtual Open House (RSVP Required)
Join us Online to meet our Admissions Director and our Head of School, as we provide an overview of The Nora School and discuss the unique benefits of learning here. If available, one of our teachers will join the discussion as well. A brief Q&A can follow if there is interest.
Jan 23 - Virtual Open House (RSVP Required)
Join us Online to meet our Admissions Director and our Head of School, as we provide an overview of The Nora School and discuss the unique benefits of learning here. If available, one of our teachers will join the discussion as well. A brief Q&A can follow if there is interest.
Teamwork with Your Teen: How Family Meetings can Radically Change Collaboration and Communication (Virtual only, RSVP Required)
Family meetings that can improve your relationship with your teen. Click the title for more information!
Dec 19 - Virtual Open House (RSVP Required)
Join us Online to meet our Admissions Director and our Head of School, as we provide an overview of The Nora School and discuss the unique benefits of learning here. If available, one of our teachers will join the discussion as well. A brief Q&A can follow if there is interest.
Parenting for Self Direction: The Seven Principles for Raising a Self Driven Teen, with Dr. Bill Stixrud and Ned Johnson (RSVP for link)
Giving teens space for more self direction and motivation. Click the title for more information!
RESCHEDULED: Parenting Through Connection: The 5 Keys to Raising Emotionally Healthy and Accountable Teens (Virtual only, RSVP Required)
Keys to understanding the push and pull of parenting teens. Click the title for more information!
Nov. 21 - Virtual Open House (RSVP Required)
Join us Online to meet our Admissions Director and our Head of School, as we provide an overview of The Nora School and discuss the unique benefits of learning here. If available, one of our teachers will join the discussion as well. A brief Q&A can follow if there is interest.
Parent like a Coach: Decrease Dependence and Create Sustainable Change with your Teen (Virtual only, RSVP Required)
Strategies to help your teen become comfortable with achieving goals and transitions. Click the title for more information!