TRIPLE P is designed to provide the appropriate amount of support a parent needs to assist them in managing problems independently, and to provide communities with early intervention to prevent child abuse, mental illness and anti-social behavior.

It is one of the most effective evidence-based parenting programs in the world, backed up by more than 35 years of ongoing research. Triple P gives parents simple and practical strategies to help them build strong, healthy relationships, confidently manage their children’s behavior and prevent problems developing. Triple P is used in more than 30 countries and has been shown to work across cultures, socio-economic groups, and in many different kinds of family structures.

Why Triple P?

Triple P Puts You in Control

So YOU can:

Choose the strategies that fit your family from toddler to tweens to Pre-Teens and Teens
Develop your child’s emotional coping skills
Encourage the behavior you like
Teach new skills and support learning
Create more positive interactions
Deal calmly with conflict
Negotiate boundaries and expectations
Raise confident, capable children

What Parents Say

“I feel like I’m equipped with the knowledge and tips and tricks to manage tantrums and day-to-day challenges.”

“You know you’re learning to be a better parent, so I was happy to do [Triple P Online]. I didn’t find it hard; it was for a good cause.”

“The program [Teen Triple P Online] wasn’t judgmental, and I liked that, as well as the focus on giving praises, which as a single mom you can forget, because in many ways you’re in survival mode.”

Sign up if you're interested in future Triple P programs

Extension Crawford County offers varied Triple-P options – all online seminars, discussion sessions, workshops, etc. if you are interested in adding your name to receive future notifications, contact Amanda Griswold by email or call 608.326.0223.

Class Dates

Triple P 0-12 Classes

Positive Parenting Virtual Seminars and Discussion Groups

Triple P – Positive Parenting Program Seminars and Discussion groups will provide parents of children ages 0-12 with specific strategies to raise confident and healthy children, build strong family relationships, manage behavior, and prevent problems from happening in the first place. Participate virtually from the comfort of your own home and walk away with more knowledge and confidence as a parent, along with strategies to address specific, problem behaviors such as dealing with disobedience. Attend 1, 2, or all!

Seminar and Discussion Group Topics:

The Power of Positive Parenting Seminar
Raising Confident Competent Children Seminar
Raising Resilient Children Seminar
Developing a Good Bedtime Routine

Participate virtually from the comfort of your own home and walk away with more knowledge and confidence as a parent! Offered FREE via Zoom for residents across the state.

Cost: FREE

Triple P Teenagers

Positive Parenting Program for children 12-16

Triple P for Teens Classes

Are you looking to raise confident, healthy teens? Do you want to build strong relationships with your teens? Do you have a concern about your teen’s behavior? This virtual class is for you! Come fill your toolbox with strategies to make parenting easier and more joyful.

This virtual program is for parents and caregivers of teens 12 to 16 years of age. We will send class information via email to parents and caregivers who register.

Classes – come to as many or as few as you’d like!

Positive Parenting Program for Parents of Teenagers

This evidence-based program will help you develop a personal parenting plan to assist you with parenting your teenager about smoking or vaping, drinking alcohol, drugs or other related issues!

Friday, January 30 via ZOOM – starting at noon!

Contact Amanda Griswold for more information: amanda.griswold@wisc.edu or call 608.326.0223.

Triple P Fear-Less

**This is a 6-week class that runs from February 3 to March 10, 2026. Please plan to attend all six sessions.

Is your child between the ages of 6 and 14 and struggling with anxiety? Help your child manage anxiety with confidence! The Triple P Fear-Less program is here to support you. This evidence-based parenting program helps you understand anxiety, build your child’s emotional resilience, and learn practical tools to support their mental well-being.

Topics to be Covered:

• Session 1: Understanding anxiety
•Session 2: Promoting emotional resilience
•Session 3: Setting a good example and encouraging realistic thinking
•Session 4: Understanding avoidance
•Session 5: Responding to children’s anxiety
•Session 6: Constructive problem solving and maintaining progress

Six Sessions beginning Tuesday February 3 from 9-10:30am or 6-7:30pm!

Space is limited – registration is required!

Contact Amanda Griswold for more information: amanda.griswold@wisc.edu or call 608.326.0223.

Triple P Family Transitions

Positive Parenting Program – Triple P Family Transitions

Triple P Family Transitions for parents experiencing personal distress from separation or divorce, impacting their parenting.

This series will address:

Coping strategies for stressful situations
Developing plans to reduce parenting stress
Taking control of personal thoughts and reactions

Support Through Change: Triple P Family Transitions Program

Are you navigating the challenging journey of separation or divorce while trying to stay strong for your children? You’re not alone. Our Triple P Family Transitions program is here to help.

When: Tuesdays, January 6 – February 3 from 6-8pm
Where: Online via Zoom
Duration: 5 weeks

Contact Amanda Griswold for more information: amanda.griswold@wisc.edu or call 608.326.0223.