with David Thomas and Sissy Goff

We are thrilled to offer a FREE conference for educators, coaches, parents, grandparents, or anyone who wants to learn how to better care for the children, teens, and families in your life with understanding, practical help, and a whole lot of hope. 

The sessions will all be held in the Ripley High School auditorium (located at 2 School Street, Ripley, WV). Door prizes and special treats are being graciously provided by our partners. A boxed lunch is available for purchase on Saturday and can be reserved until November 30th. Space is limited. Register today!

FRIDAY DECEMBER 9:

Session 1: Emotions in the Classroom (5:30-7:30PM)

This free session is for educators, administrators, school staff, and coaches. It has never been a more complicated time to care for, serve, and equip families. David and Sissy will talk about issues you may be facing in these areas and what you can do to not only help the child, but to help the entire family find their way to help and hope. Light dinner will be served from 5-5:30PM.

SATURDAY DECEMBER 10:

Session 2: Intentional Parenting (9-11AM)

David Thomas and Sissy Goff will share what they have learned from their experience working with children, teens, and families at Daystar Counseling in Nashville, TN. Together we will learn how to be more consistent, patient, connected, balanced, and intentional with children of all ages. This session ends with a Q&A. 

Session 3: Raising Boys & Girls (12-3PM)

Understand and explore the hearts, minds, and ways of boys and the vital role we play in their development. We’ll also dive into the hearts of girls to better understand the different stages of development and how to relate effectively. This session ends with a Q&A.

ADDITIONAL CONFERENCE INFORMATION

E-TICKET

Doors will open 30 minutes prior. Be sure to arrive early to check out the vendors. Please have your e-ticket ready for conference entry. The e-ticket will be sent to your email address following registration.

MEALS

The conference will break on Saturday, December 10, 2022 from 11 am-noon. Attendees are invited to stay on campus and visit with vendors and enjoy a boxed lunch. Lunches are available to purchase at registration. Please reserve your lunch by November 30th.

DOOR PRIZES

Door prizes will be given away to conference attendees during the event. You must be present to win.

VENDOR

Interested in becoming a vendor? Click the link here for the vendor registration form.

PARKING

Ripley High School is located at 2 School Street, Ripley, WV 25271. Parking is available in the lot near the front doors/school annex, behind the football stadium, and by the Jackson County Board Office. Overflow parking is available behind the high school at Ripley Elementary (404 2nd Avenue, Ripley 25271) and the Ripley City Park/Pool.