Strengthening Families Program

Strengthening Families logo with red and teal squares, zigzags, and circles.

Program Description

Welcome to Strengthening Families! This 7-week program is for students ages 10 to 14 and their parents/caregivers. All Strengthening Families classes are FREE. We provide dinner at every session, and we've got you covered for childcare for children under the age of 10. This program is a fun, interactive workshop for students and parents/caregivers to enhance their skills in:

  • Communication
  • Setting goals as a family
  • Standing up to peer pressure
  • Managing stress and emotions
  • Solving problems together
  • Positive discipline strategies
  • Having FUN!

Upcoming Classes:

Meetings are held every Wednesday for 7 weeks from 5:30–8 p.m.

Location Start Date Registration 
Carlin Springs Elementary School  
5995 5th Rd. S.
Arlington, VA 22204
 March 25, 2026 Register for Carlin Springs
Strengthening Families

Share our Resources:

Download and share our bilingual Strengthening Families flyer(PDF, 633KB).

Contact Us

If you have any questions, please contact Leonardo Espiña - Parent Education Coordinator at 703-228-1549.


Strengthening Families Program is a service to families in Arlington, VA thanks to the generous funding of the Virginia Foundation For Healthy Youth since 2009.