A One-Day Parenting Conference in Collin County

Parenting is hard. You don't have to figure it out alone.

Our aim is peaceful, intentional, and consistent parenting.

A practical, one-day workshop for ALL parents, focused on leading our children, discipline, and the ever-changing reality of technology. Bring your questions. Leave with a plan.

Sat, Oct 24, 2026 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Harlow Elementary
Anna, TX

FREE REGISTRATION

Free Admission · Free Resources · Lunch Provided · Childcare Provided

The Why

Every parent wants to raise their kids the right way. But so many of us don't feel equipped.

Between screens, schedules, and a world that keeps shifting, it's easy to feel like you're just reacting. ParentWell is a half-day to breathe, refocus, and pick up practical tools you can use on Monday morning.

This is not a lecture for perfect parents. This is an honest, all-are-welcome conference aimed at real parenting pain-points, and applies truth-filled wisdom to answer the hard questions, and give us practical steps on what to do next as parents.

Conference Schedule

3 Sessions · 3 Discussion Panels
Lunch provided between Sessions 2 & 3
Doors open at 9:30am

Session 1

Discipleship

10:15 AM

What is your ultimate goal for your children? How do you lead your children into maturity and adulthood? This session will focus on the vision for your child's life, and practical steps for raising them into the person they were made to be.

Ryan Tew, Pastor at Highlands Baptist Church

Session 2

Discipline

11:05 AM

How do we discipline our children well? The when's and how's of disciplining children is one of the most difficult aspects of parenting. This session will focus on those very things. We will discuss how to discipline well, with structure and grace, and how to do this consistently.

Bryson Gresham, Pastor (HBC) & Student/Family Ministry Director (CCA)

Session 3

Digital/Devices

1:00 PM

How do you manage technology and your children? The world of technology & screens is ever-changing, and we as parents are doing our best to keep up. This session will focus on the impacts of screen time and other tech, and give you practical steps on how to manage this for all ages.

John Woodruff, LPC · JW Counseling & McKinney Christian Academy

The Day at a Glance

Parent Well

Peaceful. Intentional. Consistent.

9:30 am

Doors Open

Registration & Coffee

10:00 am

Welcome

An opening word on why we're here

10:15 am

Session 1 · Discipleship

Leading your kids into maturity

11:05 am

Session 2 · Discipline

Leading your kids with structure & grace

11:50 am

Lunch

Session 3 · Digital/Devices

Leading your kids in the 21st Century

2:00 pm

Conference Ends

Equipped to Parent Well

Included With Your Free Registration

We've got you covered

Lunch & Snacks Provided

Free lunch is provided for every attendee.

Free Resources

Take home books and tools to Parent Well, courtesy of our partners.

Real Community

Meet other parents in your area who are walking the same road.

Registration

Free to attend. One sign-up covers your household, both parents don't need to register separately.

First Name

Last Name

Mobile Phone

Adults Attending

Second Adult's Name (if together)

Ages of Your Kids (optional)

Kids Needing Childcare? (free)

What's the biggest parenting challenge you're facing right now?

Want to say more? (optional, shared anonymously)

No cost, no catch. We'll only email you about this event.

You're in! See you October 24.

We'll send a reminder as the day gets closer. Thank you for coming, we can't wait to be with you.

Good Questions

Before you come

Any parent or caregiver, whatever the ages of your kids and wherever you are in your faith. New parents, seasoned parents, grandparents, and the just-plain-tired are all welcome. You don't need to be a member of any church to come.

Nothing. Admission, lunch, and take-home resources are all free, thanks to our sponsors. We just ask that you register so we can plan well for you.

Judith L. Harlow Elementary School, 2412 Leonard Ave, Anna, TX 75409. There's plenty of parking, and we'll have signs to point you in the right direction.

Yes. Childcare is provided at no cost. Just let us know on the registration form so we can plan enough spots, and we'll follow up with details before the event.

Just yourself, an open heart, and any questions you've been carrying. A notebook or your phone for notes is handy. Everything else is provided.