Human Development and Relationships
Human Development & Relationships programs enrich families and strengthen communities. Backed by university research, we work for Wisconsin families.
We are Hiring in Door County!
The UW-Madison Division of Extension Door County is hiring a Human Development and Relationship Educator. Applications will be accepted through November 16, 2026.
Aging Resources
Register by calling 920-746-2260
Free Online Parenting Classes
Join a free online parenting class and connect with other parents. Get practical, positive parenting ideas. Help children grow. When you register, you will receive an email with a link that gives you access to the class using Zoom. Check your junk mail if you don’t receive this email.
Parenting the Preschooler – Scary Events
Door County Partnership for Children and Families
Parenting and Family Relationships
Just in Time Parenting – 0 to 5 years of age
Triple P Teen: Join this FREE virtual parenting series on Zoom designed specifically for parents and caregivers of teens. Attend one session, a few sessions, or the entire series. Choose what works best for your schedule.
Tuesdays, November 24 – December 15
Choose the Session Time That Works for You
- 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
- 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
- Some AM and Some PM
Each session focuses on practical, research-based strategies to help you navigate the teen years with confidence:
- Raising Responsible Teenagers
- Getting Teenagers Connected
- Coping with Teenagers’ Emotions
- Building Teenagers’ Survival Skills
The Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) is one of the world’s most effective evidence-based parenting programs, backed by more than 35 years of research. This series provides simple, proven tools to help you:
✅ Build stronger relationships with your teenager
✅ Encourage positive behavior and independence
✅ Respond effectively to emotional ups and downs
✅ Prevent problems before they start
✅ Support your teen in becoming a capable, resilient young adult
Parenting and Family Support – Virtual Classes
Looking for helpful parenting support this winter? UW–Madison Extension offers free and low-cost virtual classes to support your child’s growth and learning.
Everyone is welcome. You can choose the topics that matter most to your family and learn practical, research-based strategies you can use right away.
Classes in December, January, February 2026/27
Visit our website to learn more and sign up!
Everyday Parenting – Triple P Positive Parenting of Children and Teens / Raising Wisconsin’s Children
Family Changes – Parents Forever Co-Parenting / Resilient Co-Parenting
Kids’ Mental Health – Triple P Fear-Less: For people caring for kids with anxiety and emotional resilience
Couples Relationships – Learn communication skills and build healthy relationship habits.
Managing Family Technology Before It Manages You (Parenting: Behind the Behavior)
Do you ever feel as if technology manages you more than you manage it? Are you looking to make a change in your family technology? Adding a device? Spending less time on a screen? Dr. Anne Clarkson shares a two-part equation to establish a successful family media plan and successfully manage family technology decisions.
Financial Stability
Building and Maintaining Credit
Covering Wisconsin – help to renew, apply for, or find financial help with health insurance.
UW-Madison Division of Extension Door County
County Government Center
421 Nebraska St.
Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
Phone: 920-746-2263