Fathers and their children have been meeting once a month in the Huber Ridge Elementary library to discuss topics relevant to school-age children and to take part in fun bonding activities. Here, they are pictured on December 5 wearing Krispy Kreme hats. The donut company has generously agreed to provide tasty treats for the breakfast gatherings.
Sometimes busy families get so caught up in hectic schedules that they don’t always find the time to say the things that are most important. On Friday morning, December 5, before school began, several fathers and other positive role models brought their children to the Huber Ridge Elementary School Library to participate in the All Pro Dads group, a monthly Family First program that focuses on family topics. As the group enjoyed donuts, courtesy of Krispy Kreme, they also watched a short film about being careful about what you wish for. Then the fathers shared their thoughts about why they are proud of their children, and the youngsters talked about the difference between wants and needs. Dads can visit www.AllProDad.com and sign up for daily e-mails, read blogs, and access resources such as printable tools, videos, and eBooks. The Huber Ridge chapter is spearheaded by Jonathan Couser, a member of the school’s PTA. Dads leave with practical parenting tips and kids leave with memories to last a lifetime. The undertaking has been met with such positive reviews that other Westerville schools are considering starting their own groups. All Pro Dad is partnering with the National PTA to put chapters in more than 1,000 schools nationwide. NFL Coach Tony Dungy is the national spokesman for the organization.