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Parkway Parents as Teachers is a home visiting program offered at no charge for Parkway residents serving families prenatally to Kindergarten entry. The program is designed to provide families with child development & parenting information and to support parents in their role as their child’s first and most important teacher.
PAT is designed to offer regularly scheduled family personal visits, annual developmental screenings, group connections and access to a network of resources. These components are integral in supporting and preparing children & families for school readiness. The Parkway Parents as Teachers program provides opportunities to assist families with a smooth transition into preschool and kindergarten.
PERSONAL FAMILY VISITS - A certified parent educator will bring an age-appropriate activity for you and your child to play together. You will partner with your Parent Educator in observing your child’s play and development. Book sharing and supporting early literacy are important components of the personal visit.
GROUP CONNECTIONS - We offer Family Activity sessions and Just For Parents sessions at no charge. Upcoming sessions are listed below.
DEVELOPMENTAL SCREENINGS - Screening provides an opportunity for you to see how your child is developing and meeting developmental milestones. Resources are available if a delay is identified. We offer screenings for all children 6 months to 36 months during a personal visit that includes development, health, hearing and vision. For children ages 3-5, a play-based screening is offered at the Early Childhood Center.
RESOURCE NETWORK - We offer a Parent Book Lending library and a Toy Lending Library available for checkout at the Early Childhood Center. Resources in the community are available for supporting and enriching families.
*To enroll in the Parents as Teachers program, call (314) 415-6973 or click here to start the process to enroll online. A representative will call you to complete enrollment.
A Parkway Parent Educator is….
- a Parkway School District employee
- degreed in early childhood education, social work, family development or a related field
- an early childhood professional certified by the National Parents as Teachers Center
- a partner who will support your child’s healthy growth and development and parenting practices
GROUP CONNECTIONS
Songs, Stories & SilliesThursday, March 289:30-10:30 amAges: Birth - 5 yearsSongs, Stories & Sillies is a FREE Parkway Parents as Teachers event for Parkway families with children ages birth-5 years. Come join our talented Parent Educators as you and your child participate in fun singing/movement, active stories and lots of silly moments.Toilet Learning: Paving the Way to SuccessThursday, April 111:00-2:00 pmAdults via Google MeetAre you ready to embark on the exciting journey of toilet learning with your little one? Join us for an informative and interactive session designed to guide parents through the process of potty training. In this Google Meet session, we will cover essential topics to help you navigate the world of toilet learning with ease. Parent Educator, Laura DeWoskin will share valuable insights, practical tips, and answer your questions to make this time a smooth and positive experience for both you and your child.Panda PlaytimeTuesday, April 169:30-10:30 amAges: Birth - 36 monthsPanda Playtime is a FREE Parkway Parents as Teachers event for Parkway families with children ages from birth to 36 months. This is a great time for your child to learn and develop social skills while playing with others. We set up the fun & the children decide how to play. Stay for as long as you choose. Because of safety concerns, enrollment is limited. Click to Register