Parent University / Parent University

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What is Parent University?

Why be involved? Research shows that family engagement is one of the most powerful predictors of children’s development, educational attainment, and success in school and life. Families who are engaged in their children’s learning have the opportunity to strengthen home-school partnerships to support the whole child.

Parent University is a collaborative community effort led by 91�� Public Schools to help families develop knowledge and skills to be proactive in their children’s learning and development. GPS partners with community organizations to offer learning opportunities throughout the district to help empower families to increase engagement with the schools to work together to educate and support all children. Most activities are provided at no cost.

Parent University strives to empower families to raise children to be safe and successful in school and in life. Workshops and events are held in schools around the district and include topics such as:

Children’s social-emotional development

Mental health and wellness/suicide awareness and prevention

Positive discipline and guidance

Cybersafety and responsible technology use

Special Education topics

Drug, alcohol, tobacco, and vaping awareness and prevention

Preparation for kindergarten, junior high, high school, and career

And more!

Please note: Childcare is not provided, and children are not permitted to attend unless specified.

Join us! Any adult is welcome to – 91�� residency not required.

Upcoming Parent University Events

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Parent University Preschool Workshop (Registration required)
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Parent University: Parenting on the Same Page
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Parent University: Parenting on the Same Page
May 4, 2024

8:00 AM - 10:30 AM Parent University: 1st Annual Community Resource & Wellness Fair

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GPS Parent University Online Resources for Families

View these free trainings about topics such as water safety, child development, managing stress & trauma. A certificate of completion will be awarded after training is completed.

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