NewsCorp Benefits

Understanding and Addressing Our Kids’ Challenging Behaviors
2023-04-11 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
What’s covered

Behavior is communication. To address challenging behaviors successfully, you must understand what your child is trying to tell you. This discussion can help you uncover the ‘why’ behind your child’s behavior.
We’ll discuss how to:

Identify the purpose of behavior
Observe what leads to the challenging behaviors
Determine which interventions are most effective
Provide positive behavior supports and de-escalation strategies

Don’t miss this opportunity to discover proven strategies that can help you and your child.
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Dealing with Stress
2023-04-06 12:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual

Simplify Your Life
2023-04-04 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Are you so busy with life that you miss out on what matters most? If so, you’re not alone. Most of us get stuck with physical and emotional clutter. Join us to discuss:
* How modern life can create stress
* Ways to focus on what’s important to you
* Tips to de-clutter and simplify your life

The High School Plan
2023-04-04 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
(9th to 10th Grade Students)
High school is a critical time that can help maximize your student’s potential for success in college admissions. This workshop will give you insight into the college admissions process and help you learn how to effectively plan your student’s high school academic and extracurricular programs, including:

Selecting the appropriate type and level of courses across the curriculum
Designing a strategy for extracurricular and summer activities
Managing the calendar for standardized tests, recommendation letters, essays, and interviews

The webinar will run for approximately 60 minutes followed by Q&A.
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Questions? Call (888) 527-3550 or email newscorp@getintocollege.com

Addressing Social Isolation and Loneliness with Loved Ones
2023-03-29 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Meaningful relationships are central to our well-being as humans. Studies have shown that we live longer, healthier and happier lives when we are connected to others. However, as individuals age or experience health concerns, social interaction often decreases while loneliness increases. Join our webinar where Wellthy care experts will discuss the importance of addressing social isolation with loved ones, how to recognize and mitigate signs of loneliness, and how Wellthy Care Coordinators can help with families navigating these kinds of caregiving concerns.

Perils of procrastination and perfectionism
2023-03-28 15:00 - 16:00 UTC
Do you “put off for tomorrow what you could do today?” What’s getting in your way? Perfectionism? Fear of getting started? Lack of motivation? In this webinar, we’ll explore factors that might be impacting your behavior and provide tips to help make some changes. It’s never too late to get started, ease your stress, and increase your productivity. Join this webinar to learn more about:
• Why people procrastinate
• How, if at all, perfectionism, might be a factor
• Tips for making so changes to overcome the urge to procrastinate

Headspace for Work Monthly Webinar: Getting Started with Headspace - A Webinar with Laura Cwiklinski, Engagement Manager at Headspace
2023-03-28 11:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
What would work be like with a little less stress? More compassion? Greater focus? Find out with Headspace.
In just a few minutes a day, the Headspace app teaches you to meditate and helps you feel happier, calmer, and more balanced — it’s meditation made simple, even if you’re new to mindfulness.
Join this 30-minute webinar to learn how to learn more about Headspace, try a meditation for yourself, and get started. We’ll also answer any questions you might have.

Coping with violence: Trauma recovery
2023-03-23 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Everyday we hear about violence in the world. This webinar will provide an overview of trauma and traumatic stress, review common signs and symptoms of trauma and provide tips on how to cope.

Low- and High-Tech Supports for Children with Disabilities
2023-03-23 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
What’s covered

Assistive technology is available to help kids with physical and cognitive disabilities. We’ll explain how it can help kids build skills, increase participation in activities, and promote development and learning. Learn about the range of assistive technologies – both simple and high-tech – and how to access these to improve the life and learning of a child with a disability. Topics we’ll cover include:

The different kinds of assistive technology
How to determine which supports, services, and products are the best fit for your child’s needs
Where to find support to help you and your child select, acquire, and use assistive technology

Visit: https://newscorp-brighthorizons.torchlight.care
Employer Code: backup1

Selecting Best Fit Colleges
2023-03-21 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
(11th Grade Students)
With close to 4,000 options for college in the U.S., the selection process can be overwhelming — for you and your student. Where should you start? How will you know if you’re on the right track? This workshop will help you understand how to narrow your options and ultimately select the right college. You’ll learn:

Tips for identifying your student’s strengths and interests
Which schools are strong options based on your student’s academics and activities
How to match your student with best-fit colleges

The webinar will run for approximately 60 minutes followed by Q&A.
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Questions? Call (888) 527-3550 or email newscorp@getintocollege.com

Anger: How it helps and how it hurts
2023-03-16 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
We will discuss what anger is and when it is beneficial and when it is destructive to you. We will also give anger management tips and how to deal with others who may have issues with anger so you can manage relationships better.

SAT & ACT: Which is Right for My Child?
2023-03-16 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
(9th to 12th Grade Students)
Most schools accept both the SAT and ACT. But how will you know which one your student should take? This workshop will give you more information about the tests and will help you understand the differences between them. We’ll also discuss how you can use your student’s learning style to make the most informed decision for the best possible result. You’ll learn:

An overview of each test – subjects covered, question type, and scoring system
Steps you can take to determine the right test
When the tests are offered and your timeline options

The webinar will run for approximately 45 minutes followed by Q&A.
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Questions? Call (888) 527-3550 or email newscorp@getintocollege.com

Avoid Tax Filing Fraud
2023-03-16 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Tax filing can expose a substantial amount of personal information – annual income, retirement plans, and a Social Security number to name a few. Data thieves are looking to prey on this “gold mine” of information and sell it on the dark web. Join us for a special webinar with guest presenter, Chris Shelton, a Fraud Resolution Specialist, to learn more about the warning signs of tax-related fraud and explore tips on safely filing your taxes this year.
Presenter:
Chris Shelton, Senior Fraud Resolution Specialist CLC

Avoiding Tax Filing Fraud
2023-03-16 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Tax filing can expose a substantial amount of personal information – annual income, retirement plans, and a Social Security number to name a few. Data thieves are looking to prey on this “gold mine” of information and sell it on the dark web.
Join us for a special webinar with guest presenter, Chris Shelton, a Fraud Resolution Specialist, to learn more about the warning signs of tax-related fraud and explore tips on safely filing your taxes this year.
Presenter: Chris Shelton Senior Fraud Resolution Specialist CLC

Headspace for Work Quarterly Webinar: Put Your Mind to Bed - An Introduction to Sleep by Headspace
2023-03-16 11:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Dreaming of more restful sleep? Headspace is here to make bedtime better.
Join Headspace’s Ban Ishii, Engagement Manager at Headspace, for this 30-minute webinar on how to create the ideal environment for sleep. We’ll discuss the science behind mindfulness and sleep, share tips for getting a good night’s rest, and explore how Headspace can help.

Raising an Inclusive Child
2023-03-15 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
How can you create authentic, diverse experiences for your child? How do you help understand and appreciate differences and answer tricky questions about differences? Join us to hear about inclusion, social-emotional learning, and exposing your child to other cultures, holidays, traditions, and people.

Sleep
2023-03-02 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Eve explores the benefits of sleep and how you can wind down your mind.

Legal Care Considerations for End of Life Preparation
2023-02-22 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Discussing and planning for one’s end-of-life is not an enjoyable process, but it’s an important piece of the caregiving journey. End-of-life preparation saves families from an overwhelming amount of legal questions, decisions, and complications in the wake of a loved one’s death. It can also provide clarity and understanding as loved ones determine what’s important to them emotionally, mentally, and spiritually.
Join our webinar where Wellthy care experts will discuss end-of-life considerations, how to navigate these conversations with family members, and how Wellthy Care Coordinators can help with this phase of the caregiving journey.

Your body language speaks volumes
2023-02-21 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Communication is important. But are you missing an important part of it? Join us to learn how you can use the power of body language to understand others and send the message you want. We’ll discuss:
* The power of non-verbal communication
* How you can better understand others’ feelings
* Ways you can use your body language to your advantage

Parenting with Purpose
2023-02-21 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Join Ovia’s parenting experts as they answer your questions about how to nurture intentional parenting techniques for ages 0-17. From infancy to early childhood, and all the way to adolescence, Ovia has the resources and tools you need to support your child’s growth.
We’ll talk about:
• Fostering healthy parent-child relationships
• Navigating your child’s growth and transitions
• Parent-child communication and behavior-management strategies
• Parental well-being, stress-management, & resilience

Intuition: Hearing and trusting your inner voice
2023-02-16 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
When used correctly, your inner voice can work like a personal compass, pointing you in the right direction. This webinar will review:
* The science behind your intuition
* How to tune into your inner voice
* When to listen to your gut (and when not to)

Saving for College
2023-02-16 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
(Newborn to 8th Grade Students)
You have many different options when it comes to choosing the right college savings plan, and it can be an overwhelming task. This workshop will give you an introduction to the commonly used tax-advantaged savings plans and help you navigate the intricacies involved in choosing the best strategy for your family. A Bright Horizons College Coach® expert will help you learn about:

Choosing a college savings plan
Common ways to compare plans
The tradeoff of using tax-advantaged plans
How decisions today may impact your future financial aid eligibility

The webinar will run for approximately 60 minutes followed by Q&A.
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Getting Excited About STEM
2023-02-16 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
STEM is for everyone! Hear our experts’ take on how to inspire your child to learn about science, technology, engineering, and math; explore big ideas; and help them dig deeper.

Food for Thought: What’s Impacting Your Food Choices?
2023-02-16 10:15 - 11:15 (America/New_York) | Virtual
For the vast majority of us, food acts as much more than just a source of sustenance–it can be used to provide comfort, show love, distract from boredom or painful emotions, and promote social connection. The relationship we have with food is one of the longest we’ll have throughout our lives. In this session, join guest presenter Zoë Kobrin, MSN, MSW, ACC, a nutritionist and certified health coach, to explore your relationship with food. We’ll work together to identify what’s been working well and what you might want to change. You’ll walk away with simple strategies that you can begin to implement immediately in order to move toward your ideal relationship with food.

Food for Thought: What’s Impacting Your Food Choices?
2023-02-16 10:15 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Food for Thought: What’s Impacting Your Food Choices?
For the vast majority of us, food acts as much more than just a source
of sustenance—it can be used to provide comfort, show love, distract
from boredom or painful emotions, and promote social connection.
The relationship we have with food is one of the longest we’ll have
throughout our lives.
In this session, join guest presenter Zoë Kobrin, MSN, MSW,
ACC, a nutritionist and certified health coach, to explore your
relationship with food. We’ll work together to identify what’s
been working well and what you might want to change. You’ll
walk away with simple strategies that you can begin to
implement immediately in order to move toward your ideal
relationship with food.

Reflect, Reset, Recharge
2023-02-16 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
The beginning of the new year is a perfect time to slow down, reflect on the past, and refocus for the year ahead. In partnership with our friends at Headspace, Ginger is presenting a live meditation and Q&A with Headspace teacher, Dora, that will help you make space for what matters most.

Managing Anxiety and Stress: Staying Balanced During Chaos and Uncertainty
2023-02-15 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
What’s covered

Are you facing challenges that make you feel out of sorts, disoriented, and anxious? The discomfort that is caused by uncertainty in our lives can contribute to increased feelings of stress and anxiety.
This webinar will offer practical strategies that can help you stay centered when your day (and your life) seem to be going sideways. We’ll discuss:

Suggestions for practicing presence, even amidst chaos
Ways to foster optimism while avoiding toxic positivity
Ideas for sharing stress reduction and mindfulness practices with your loved ones

Join us to discover how you can bring more calm, flow, and contentment to your daily life.
Visit: https://newscorp-brighthorizons.torchlight.care
Employer Code: backup1

Matchmaker matchmaker: Surviving the dating scene
2023-02-09 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Dating is different for each of us so finding out what is important to you is key when stepping out to connect with others. Learn how to communicate what you are looking for, navigate the world of online dating and set boundaries that work for you.

Thriving in your empty nest
2023-02-02 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Have your children flown the “nest”? Do you sometimes feel sad and lonely? If so, you may have “empty nest syndrome” – a common feeling for parents when adult kids leave home. Join this webinar to find out:
• What your feelings are about
• Why separation can be complex and painful
• What you can do to feel better and succeed in this new stage of life

Diversity & Allyship
2023-02-02 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Kessonga explores the importance of diversity and how to be a good ally.
