Arlington Community Education

Research shows that racial bias can begin to form in children as early as three years old. The good news is that parents can actively disrupt this development by engaging in thoughtful conversations about race, racism, and difference. Get an overview of key research on race and children and learn practical strategies for starting important conversations about race and racism with your kids. You’ll leave with concrete actions you can take at home to help prepare your children to navigate our diverse world.

With both humor and knowledge, two local attorneys and estate planning specialists will address the fundamentals of estate planning. Essentials: Estate planning is for everyone, not just the wealthy or elderly. Learn how to plan for incapacity with tools like health care proxies, advance directives, and powers of attorney. Discover strategies to avoid probate court and its costs, and understand how trusts can protect assets, reduce taxes, and simplify estate administration. We’ll cover how to reduce capital gains taxes for your heirs, and examine Massachusetts estate tax laws, learning how to minimize this “death tax”—often by as much as $150,000 to $300,000. Building on the Essentials: Further explore incapacity planning with real-life examples. Learn strategies for transferring your possessions, social media accounts, and other assets. Explore tax planning and charitable giving. Understand the differences between revocable and irrevocable trusts, common trust issues, and how to avoid them. We’ll also discuss thoughtful gifting ideas to make a difference in the lives of your loved ones. (The Essentials class is recommended as a prerequisite, though not required.)

Explore the world of money and become a financial pro! Learn how to set goals, stick to a budget, and make smart money decisions. Spend time online, researching rental properties, exploring stocks, and planning essentials for your own business. Play fun financial games and stock market simulations to understand how cash flow, credit cards, and compound interest work. You’ll create a financial portfolio and a business pitch deck to showcase your new skills.