Looking for Online Parenting Classes?

Join us! Learn the best of what science can offer parents and families and choose what works for you. We offer classes about child and family development, including parenting. Attend in-person or online. All of our classes are research-based, non-formal and available to the public. All are free or low cost.Questions? Email us at families@extension.wisc.edu. Click […]

Childcare Survey

Do you have a child age 0-13? Do you live in Marquette County? We need your help! Click here to fill out a brief survey! https://forms.gle/wJA5c2L1vSLnTkS7A

“Hidden in Plain Sight”

You are invited to a “Hidden in Plain Sight” viewing and discussion. Hidden in Plain Sight is an interactive and educational replica of a teen bedroom that has over 30 “red flags or indicators” that a youth may be abusing drugs. It also points out household items that can be used to either cover up […]

Back to School Routines

Back to school, fresh starts, new routines. Exciting, right? Well, it can be pretty exciting, but it can also be overwhelming to get back into the swing of things! School, sports, clubs, music lessons. They all seem to ramp back up in the fall! Here are a few things to keep in mind as […]

Are You Raising Wisconsin Children?

You’re invited to attend the 1st annual Raising Wisconsin’s Children Conference. Dads, moms, grandparents, foster parents, child care providers, educators, and all those caring for children are welcome to our first virtual parenting conference! Attend every session or a few. This conference is for you! 2 days, 17 classes delivered by Wisconsin-based Child Development and Parenting […]

Managing Your Personal Finances in Tough Times

Many households may experience hard financial times as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. UW Extension has a website for help with Managing Your Personal Finances in Tough Times. We just added information related to this situation, such as eligibility for unemployment insurance, public benefits, small business assistance, and keeping up with loan payments. https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/toughtimes/

Home Alone – Preparing for Self Care

Could be useful! Here is an proven online self-study for parents and children to help prepare for children safely staying home and making a family plan. Home Alone

Parent Cafés

Parent Café: A fulfilling way to talk, listen and support each other with the stressors, worries and challenges of parenting that many have struggled with alone. They are unique in that every parent’s voice is heard. Support parents in building friendships and a strong network of families who help each other stay strong. Small group […]

Water and Soil Testing Services

The UW-Extension Office offers two different types of testing. The first one is for your drinking water and the second is soil sampling. The prices for both of these are now available online