2026-27 Grown-Up Workshop Schedule

At Lotus & Ivy, we believe in nurturing the whole family. That’s why we offer Grown-Up Education Workshops—designed to support and inspire the adults in our community as they walk alongside their child’s learning journey.

Workshops are free for grown-ups with an enrolled student and just $25 for all others.

Workshop 1: How to Talk to Kids About Sex

with Megan Sullivan

Sunday, September 13th at 7pm ET / 4pm PT

Caring Guidance for Parents Navigating Life’s Most Tender Conversations

Join educator Megan Sullivan for a thoughtful and caring evening designed to support parents in finding calm, confidence, and connection during these important conversations. With over 25 years of experience in Waldorf education and sex education, Megan brings warmth, reverence, and practical guidance for parents of children from early childhood through high school. You’ll leave with a resource handout, a deeper understanding of your child’s needs, and more ease in your role as their guide.

Key Discussion Points

• How to ground yourself and regulate emotions before entering tender conversations

• What children need at different ages: body autonomy, consent, naming feelings, values

• Moving beyond “the big talk” toward ongoing, honest, age-appropriate dialogue

• The role of emotional intelligence and healthy communication in lifelong relationships

Why You Should Come

• Because “the talk” is really many conversations — and it’s never too early to start

• Learn ways to protect without over-protecting

• Gain confidence in responding when your child asks awkward or unexpected questions

• Help your child build a foundation of respect, self-awareness, and empathy

• Walk away with strategies, and resources you can use right away

Join educator Megan Sullivan for a thoughtful and encouraging presentation on how to talk with children of all ages about sex and sexuality. Whether you’re parenting a toddler or a teen, this talk will provide guidance, resources, and practical tools to help you feel confident and connected as you navigate meaningful conversations. Megan brings over 25 years of experience in teaching, sex education, and social-emotional learning to support you on your parenting journey.

Workshop 2: Unfolding Potential: Reading Your Life's Clues to Parent with Clarity

A TWO-PART Workshop Series with Anouk Tompot

Session 1: Monday, October 12 at 3:00 PM ET

Session 2: Monday, November 2 at 3:00 PM ET

Discover the Map Within Your Own Story

Every life holds a hidden map. The places you lived, the environments you grew up in, and the rhythms of your own childhood are not just memories—they are clues to who you are becoming.

In this two-part series, we will explore a part of your biography to gain clarity on who you are and who your child is. You will learn the following:

• Decode Your Clues: Learn to read the subtle signals in your own life history—the environments, relationships, and transitions—that point toward your authentic self.

• See Your Child with new Eyes: Recognize your child's unique being and help them to draw forth who they  are trying to become.

• Find Your Rhythm: Start to develop a realistic, personalized parenting style that honors both your essence and your child's, creating a harmonious dynamic where both can thrive.