Norfolk, MA, April 7th, 2026, with the Norfolk Special Education Parent Advisory Council. This workshop will explore the multifaceted impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on children’s social skill development.
* From the loss of organic practice opportunities during key developmental years to the rise of technology-mediated communication, examine how shifts in social norms and habits have shaped today’s challenges.
*Delve into the decline of unstructured play and one-on-one hangouts, and the growing reliance on structured group activities—factors that may limit children’s ability to navigate social dynamics independently and contribute to increased anxiety.
* Join a rich discussion on how these interconnected changese interconnected changes influence social growth and what we can do to support kids moving forward.
* About the Speaker: Dr. Carolyn Kuehnel is a licensed psychologist. For over 15 years, Dr. Kuehnel has been working with children, adolescents, and their families to provide social, emotional, behavioral, and learning supports. She’s completed over 750 neuropsychologicaland educational evaluations, conducted school-based behavioral observations, and participated in many school Team meetings.
Registration is required.
