Welcome Interim Director, Melanie Piazza |
The Board of Directors of Parent Engagement Network is overjoyed to welcome Melanie Piazza as our Interim Director. Melanie brings a deep commitment to building a safer, more supported, and better-resourced world for parents.
Originally from Seattle and a graduate of Santa Clara University, Melanie began her career as a corporate buyer before shifting her focus to supporting families. Drawing on both her professional background and her own early parenting challenges, she formed Family Village, a cooperative co-working, childcare and community center that served parents across Boulder, Denver, and Fort Collins for eight years. |
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Melanie believes parents are not meant to serve as an entire village for their children — and that connecting parents with resources, information, and each other is key to finding resilience and satisfaction in parenting. She is honored to join PEN as the organization continues its mission of supporting parents in raising happy, healthy humans.
Melanie lives in Longmont with her husband, their daughter and son, two rescue dogs, and a feisty senior cat.
Please join us in warmly welcoming Melanie to the PEN family! |
Upcoming Programs & Events for Parents |
Parent Engagement Network Events
Programas de español:
Platica Sobre Vapeo: Lo Que Todos Debemos Saber - en alianza con el Instituto para el fortalecimiento familiar (IFF)
¡Inscribirse aquí!
- 25 de Marzo 2026
- Hora: 5:30 a 7 pm
Aprenderá:
- Qué es el vapeo y por qué es peligroso
- Señales de alerta en niños y adolescentes
- Cómo prevenir desde casa
Navegando la Frontera de la IA Generativa
¡Regístrate hoy!
- 27 de Marzo 2026
- Hora: 5:30 a 7 pm
- Saldrás con claridad, confianza y una Guía Práctica Familiar para el uso de IA.
Grupo de lectura para padres y madres de BVSD
- Fechas y hora: los miércoles, 8, 15, 22, y 29 de abril, 5:30 – 7:00 pm
- Libro: “Los Cuatro Acuerdos” de Don Miguel Ruíz.
- ¿Te interesa? Llene: Formulario de inscripción
PEN Ambassadors:
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Collaborating Partner Events
Susan Caso Book Group
Motus Theater: Moving Stories that Move Us Forward
- "What Love Requires" Stories from Parents of Trans & Nonbinary Adults — March 28, 7-8:30 PM
- Many Paths, One Home: Stories of Colorado and Country — April 4, 7-9 PM
- Learn More
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Parenting Well Podcast: 9 New Episodes |
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In preparation for the Reducing Stress & Anxiety Conference, our team was busy recording new episodes of Parenting Well Podcast with each of our conference speakers.
Rather than just feature one of these incredible experts, we're sending you to the Parenting Well Podcast well, where you can dip into the conversations that interest you most. Each episode offers practical insights and encouragement to support you on your parenting journey. |
Spotlight: Reducing Stress & Anxiety Recap |
Our Reducing Stress & Anxiety Conference was a wonderful day of connection and learning, bringing together 52 parents and caregivers. Dan Fox’s inspiring keynote and sessions with 10 fantastic guest experts offered valuable insights and practical tools for families.
One participant shared, “I feel different than when I walked in this morning,” capturing the powerful spirit of the day.
A heartfelt thank you to Dawson School for their generous hospitality, our amazing presenters, the incredible organizations who participated in the resource fair, and our dedicated volunteers. We are truly grateful to everyone who took time out of their busy schedules to join us.
Together, we continue to build a community where parents support and lift one another up! Thank you so much. |
Supporting parents in raising happy, healthy humans since 2001! |
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