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125 North Spruce |
Parenting Classes |
Pursuant to 14-10-123.7 CRS, if the parties have minor children (under the age of 18) of this relationship, the court finds it would be beneficial to the parties and in the best interests of the minor child(ren) for the parties to complete a program in co-parenting.
The parties shall immediately enroll in the “Partners in Parenting” class. The parties shall complete the class within 40 days of receipt of the Notice and Order Requiring Co-Parenting Classes (this is included in the forms packet you purchase when filing a divorce OR it will be given to you at the time of filing your case).
Failure to comply with taking this parenting class may result in the issuance of sanctions by the Court such as canceling hearings pertaining to your case or restricting participation of the non-complying party at the hearing. In addition the Court may issue an order to show cause why the non-complying party should not be found in contempt of court. If a party is found to be in contempt of court he/she may be fined and/or put in jail.
The Petitioner is responsible for notifying the respondent/co-petitioner of the parenting class order. Accordingly, Petitioner shall serve or mail to their spouse a copy of the Order and information sheet. Petitioner shall file with the Court a return of service showing the Notice was served OR a certificate of mailing verifying notification to the spouse.
| Seminar for Successful Co-parenting | December 13, 2008 | Saturday 8:30am to 12:30 |
| January 6, 2009 | Tuesday 5:15pm to 9:15 |
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| January 17, 2009 | Saturday 8:30am to 12:30 |
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| February 3, 2009 | Tuesday 5:15pm to 9:15 |
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| February 14, 2009 | Saturday 8:30am to 12:30 |
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| March 3, 2009 | Tuesday 5:15pm to 9:15 |
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| March 21, 2009 | Saturday 8:30am to 12:30 |
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| April 7, 2009 | Tuesday 5:15pm to 9:15 |
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| April 18, 2009 | Saturday 8:30am to 12:30 |
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| May 5, 2009 | Tuesday 5:15pm to 9:15 |
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| May 16, 2009 | Saturday 8:30am to 12:30 |
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| SUCCEED - High Conflict Class | December 16, 2008 | Tuesday 5:15pm to 9:15 |
| January 20, 2009 | Tuesday 5:15pm to 9:15 |
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| February 17, 2009 | Tuesday 5:15pm to 9:15 |
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| March 17, 2009 | Tuesday 5:15pm to 9:15 |
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| April 21, 2009 | Tuesday 5:15pm to 9:15 |
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| May 19, 2009 | Tuesday 5:15pm to 9:15 |
Class Information and Registration
Divorce can be a difficult experience for
everyone. These classes focus on how parents can help their children weather
divorce as unharmed as possible. They present a model for divorce where
parents can remain involved with their children, where conflict is reduced,
and where kids thrive.
Due to the classes’ participatory nature, both parents will not be permitted to attend the same session. Two separate classes are offered. Choose the one that best fits your needs:
If your relationship with your child’s other
parent is
Marked by the following, register for this class:
4 hour class
$60.00 class fee
• Low conflict between parents
• Generally amicable relationship
• Desire to cooperate
• Ability to cooperate
Topics covered include:
• Children’s reaction to divorce
• Becoming a co-parenting team
• Talking to children about their feelings
• Transitions that work
• What to expect in the future
If your relationship with your child’s other parent is marked
by the following, register for this class:
SUCCEED-Parenting
after Divorce when there is High Conflict
4 hour class
$60.00 class fee
• Custody battles
• Restraining orders
• Substance abuse
• High conflict
• Domestic abuse
Topics covered include:
• Children’s reaction to divorce
• Meeting your children’s needs
• Managing anger
• Effects of conflict on children
• Setting and respecting boundaries
• Bring
a pen or pencil. A workbook is provided.
• Please leave children at home. No childcare is available.
• You will NOT be in class with your child’s other parent.
• You must attend the entire seminar to receive credit.
• Classes are filled on a first come, first served basis.
• If you are unable to attend the seminar for which you have registered,
it is your responsibility to re-register. There is a $10 re-registration
fee.
Coffee, tea, and water are provided. Bring a snack if you wish.
Please click here to
download the registration form in PDF format.