Horizon Hills Parenting Program

08/31/2026

Dinner plans for Wednesday? We’ve got you covered!
Horizon Hills PSG Booster is kicking off We Dine Wednesdays, a new fundraiser happening on the first Wednesday of each month. Our first stop is Little Calf Creamery & Cafe!
Wednesday, September 2
11:00 AM–9:00 PM
Little Calf Creamery & Cafe
652 E. Janss Rd., Thousand Oaks
Little Calf will donate 20% of your bill to Horizon Hills PSG Booster.
Walk-ins are welcome, but preorders are recommended. If you order online, be sure to enter the discount code “fundraiser” in the Payment Information section at checkout so Horizon Hills receives credit for your purchase.
Order online:
https://littlecalfcreamery.square.site
Check out the menu:
www.littlecalfcreamery.com
Grab lunch, dinner, or something sweet and support Horizon Hills while you’re at it. Thank you to Little Calf Creamery & Cafe for supporting our school community!

08/29/2026

This week, meet Ms. Anne Dyer!
Anne brings six years of experience teaching preschool-aged children and a strong passion for parent education. With a background in dance and a love of music and movement, she brings plenty of energy and joy into her classroom.
Before becoming an early childhood educator, Anne worked in the fashion industry. She has also experienced parenting while working full time, working part time, and staying home with her children. Those different seasons have shaped the empathy and understanding she brings to her work with Horizon Hills families.
Anne believes in partnering with parents and creating a warm, supportive space where children and adults can learn and grow together.
Outside of Horizon Hills, Anne enjoys sports, travel, and plenty of laughter with her husband and two children.
We’re so happy to have Anne as part of our Horizon Hills community!
Want to meet our Parent Educators and see what makes Horizon Hills different? Visit HorizonHills.org or call (805) 492-8837 to learn more or schedule a tour.

08/27/2026

What happens when you want to parent differently than you were parented? Why can your child completely lose it over something that seems tiny? What’s the difference between discipline, punishment, and consequences?
Let’s talk about it.
THE PARENTING LAB is a three-night parent workshop series at Horizon Hills:
September 22
Healing childhood wounds, cycle breaking, apologies vs. non-apologies, and repairing after yelling.
September 29
Neuroscience of the developing brain, co-regulation, feelings, and regulation vs. suppression.
October 6
Discipline, punishment and consequences, conflict resolution, and 12 tips for effective communication.
Tuesday nights from 6:00–8:00 PM
Horizon Hills MPR
33 Greta St., Thousand Oaks
$60 for currently enrolled Horizon Hills families
$100 for non-enrolled families
Optional childcare is available for $25 per night. Space for childcare is limited.
Call (805) 492-8837 to register or visit HorizonHills.org for more information.

08/25/2026

Our Garden Preschool is growing!
Due to overwhelming demand, we’re adding a new Monday/Wednesday Garden Preschool class with Ms. Angie beginning September 2.
Garden Preschool gives children the opportunity to spend most of their class day in our one-acre learning garden, where they learn through hands-on experiences with nature. Children still enjoy our shared play spaces and the classroom structure families expect from Horizon Hills, along with the strong parent education and support at the heart of our program.
Because this class begins September 2, tuition will be prorated.
If Garden Preschool has been on your wish list, now is your chance to join us! Visit HorizonHills.org or call (805) 492-8837 for enrollment information or to schedule a tour.

08/22/2026

This week, meet Ms. Lindsey Cuadra (she/her)!
Lindsey has more than 20 years of experience in early childhood education and earned her degree in Early Childhood Education from CSUN. She has worked extensively with children from toddlerhood through Pre-K at the Moorpark College Child Development Center and has also served as a mentor teacher in parent and adult education.
Lindsey believes parents play an incredibly important role in shaping their children’s futures. She loves parent education because understanding child development can help families strengthen relationships, approach challenges with greater confidence, and better understand the little people they’re raising.
When she isn’t teaching, Lindsey enjoys hiking, going to the beach, coaching youth sports, and spending time with her husband and two children.
We’re so glad to have Lindsey as part of the Horizon Hills community!
Want to learn alongside experienced Parent Educators like Lindsey? Our new school year begins August 24, and enrollment is still open. Visit HorizonHills.org or call (805) 492-8837 to learn more or schedule a tour.

08/21/2026

08/20/2026

Back to school often brings new routines, and sometimes that means difficult goodbyes.
Try creating the same short goodbye ritual each time you separate. Maybe it’s a hug, two kisses, a high five, and “I’ll see you after school.” Keep it warm, confident, and predictable.
It can be tempting to sneak away when your child is distracted or keep returning for one more hug when they’re upset. A consistent goodbye helps your child learn what to expect and, over time, builds trust that you leave and you come back.
Parenting is full of transitions like this. At Horizon Hills, our experienced parenting teachers help families understand what’s happening developmentally and find practical approaches that work for their family.
Learn more about our parent-child programs at HorizonHills.org or call (805) 492-8837.

08/18/2026

Here’s a simple back to school tradition you can start right on your sidewalk.
Trace your child with chalk, then let them turn their outline into a snapshot of who they are right now. What’s their favorite food? What do they love to play? What makes them laugh? What do they want to learn?
Take a photo when they’re finished and save it. At the end of the school year, do it again and compare. You might be surprised by how much changes in just a few months.

Learn more at HorizonHills.org or call (805) 492-8837.

08/14/2026

Meet Ms. Valerie Badica (she/her)!
Valerie earned her bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood and Adolescent Development and her master’s degree in Educational Psychology from CSUN. She brings more than five years of experience teaching preschool-aged children and leading parent-child classes.
As both an educator and a mom of two, Valerie believes in supporting early learning through play, meaningful relationships, and hands-on exploration. She works to create a warm, safe environment where children and caregivers can build strong connections and families feel supported in their parenting.
Outside of Horizon Hills, Valerie lives in Moorpark with her husband and two young children, who keep the family busy with sports and playdates.
We’re so happy to have Valerie as part of the Horizon Hills community!
Want to meet our teachers and see our program for yourself? Visit HorizonHills.org or call (805) 492-8837 to learn more.