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Your Money Your Future
(Posted on 11/23/2011)
Your Money, Your Future ONLINE Begins December 5 You’ll learn how to • understand your spending, • use financial management resources, and • build your personal financial management skills.

Local Food, Local Connection, Healthy Choices
(Posted on 8/3/2011)
Local Food, Local Connections, Healthy Choices Finding local food, creating local connections that lead to healthier choices is the focus of meeting August 30 from 5:30-8:00 pm at Southwestern Community College. After a light supper a panel of speakers will share their success stories in the areas of production and procurement of local foods. Reservations are requested by August 23—read more…

Prevention Programs in Region 19
(Posted on 5/31/2011)
Learn how prevention programs are helping communities in southern Iowa

Wapello County NEST Program
(Posted on 9/4/2009)
The NEST is a free program that helps you prepare for the arrival of your baby. The NEST allows you to earn points that you "spend" like money at the NEST store. By enrolling in the NEST you are doing something wonderful for yourself and your children.

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Considering Iowa State University for your College Education?
(Posted on 9/3/2007)
What's your dream? At Iowa State University, you will have the opportunity to pursue your career dreams while you're meeting people from all over the world, participating in clubs and organizations you didn't know existed, and enjoying the excitement of a Big 12 College Campus

News from Iowa State University Extension
Kids Learn Healthy Habits from Caring Adults
(Posted on 2/1/2012)
Adults need to adapt healthier lifestyles and be role models for kids if Iowa is going to be the healthiest state in the nation, says Ruth Litchfield, an Iowa State University associate professor and state nutrition extension specialist.
Science of Parenting: How to Parent Spirited Children
(Posted on 2/1/2012)
When it comes to temperament, some kids are as dependable as pickup trucks, while others are as touchy as high-end sports cars. This month’s Science of Parenting podcast from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach examines the “engine” that drives a child and how parents can manage spirited children.
Connect to Nature at February Virtual Eco Family Conference
(Posted on 1/25/2012)
“When we love the place where we live, we take better care of it,” said Kristi Cooper, a family life specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. She will discuss how to develop a sense of place and build communities that connect people with nature during the Virtual Eco Family Conference on Feb. 2.
Parent-Child Cell Phone Debate Continues
(Posted on 1/17/2012)
Parents can exert a measure of control over their child’s mobile phone use by limiting use, checking its contents and using it to monitor the whereabouts of their offspring. However, with a few exceptions, these activities by parents do not seem to impact patterns of cell phone use by teens, according to Iowa State University Extension and Outreach family life specialists.
Women: Register for Money Talk Online Class by Feb. 1
(Posted on 1/13/2012)
At some point in many women’s lives, they will have to make major financial decisions. Money Talk, an online class offered through Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, gives women the knowledge to make those decisions and improve their lives. The registration deadline is Feb. 1 and the class begins Feb. 6.
Science of Parenting: Using Technology to Help with Parenting
(Posted on 1/3/2012)
From podcasts to text messages and Skype, many parents are adding technology to their parenting toolkit. This month’s Science of Parenting podcast from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach takes a closer look at how parents can use information and communications technology for parenting.
Virtual Eco Family Conference Connects Families to the Environment
(Posted on 12/22/2011)
Iowa families throughout the state will be getting together — virtually — once a month from January through June for an Eco Family Conference from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. It’s an opportunity for families to improve the environment, reduce their carbon footprint and create community close to home.
Extension Offers Free Monthly Parenting Newsletter
(Posted on 12/16/2011)
Any parent, new or seasoned, may have questions regarding his or her children. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach offers a free monthly newsletter, Just in Time Parenting, with helpful information on parenting young ones.
Phone App Is Winter Preparedness Tool for Motorists
(Posted on 12/14/2011)
A new smartphone application from the North Dakota State University Extension Service will help motorists prepare for winter weather travels. And should they get stuck in winter weather, the app provides on-the-spot assistance.
Parents Can Help Kids Deal with Bullying
(Posted on 12/1/2011)
Relational aggression in children is another way of saying that kids can be mean to one another. Parents may not be able to stop this bullying, but they can help their children learn how to deal with the behavior, says Kimberly Greder, an extension specialist and associate professor of human development and family studies at Iowa State University.

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Staff

Selena Jacobs - Strengthening Families/PROSPER Coordinator
Phone: 641-682-5491
Fax: 641-682-5148
Email: srjacobs@iastate.edu

Karla Guerra - Families Program Assistant
Phone: 641.682.5491
Fax: 641.682.5148
Email: guerrak@iastate.edu

Donna Donald - Family Life Field Specialist
Phone: 641-446-4723
Fax: 641-446-6142
Email: ddonald@iastate.edu

Mary Weinand - Families Field Specialist
Phone: 319-385-8126
Fax:
Email: mweinand@iastate.edu

Sue Henderson - Regional Extension Education Director, Region 19
Phone: 641-682-5491
Fax: 641-682-5148
Email: hendy@iastate.edu

Barbara Anderson - Health and Nutrition Field Specialist
Phone: (641) 682-5491
Fax: (641) 682-5148
Email: bjanders@iastate.edu

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