KYPIRC - Kentucky Parent Information & Resource Center

Curriculum
Early Childhood - Parents As Teachers (PAT) Parents as Teachers is the overarching program philosophy of providing parents with child development knowledge and parenting support. The organizational vehicle for delivering that knowledge and support is Parents as Teachers National Center. The four-part intervention model known as Born to Learn delivers its mission-based program through intermediaries (parent educators) to the ultimate recipients (parents), while Professional Development is delivered directly to end users (professionals). Meld is a facilitated group model that draws on peer support. Advocacy works through both public and private sectors to promote positive policies for young families. Program Goals: Increase parent knowledge of early childhood development and improve parenting practices Provide early detection of developmental delays and health issues Prevent child abuse and neglect Increase children's school readiness and school success Core Values: The early years of a child's life are critical for optimal development and provide the foundation for success in school and in life. Parents are their children's first and most influential teachers. Established and emerging research should be the foundation of parent education and family support curricula, training, materials and services. All young children and their families deserve the same opportunities to succeed, regardless of any demographic, geographic or economic considerations. An understanding and appreciation of the history and traditions of diverse cultures is essential in serving families. Parent Education Series aimed at making a difference in the lives of parents and children, encouraging meaningful relationships within families, and nurturing the growth of healthy, well adjusted children. Together we will share the following goals as we reach out to parents/families: Strengthen families through education and research-based information Provide a support network for parents in an ever-changing society Provide professional resources and materials within the community Promote effective community-school-family relationships to support childrens success in education Grades 3-8 Building Successful Partnerships (BSP) Building Successful Partnerships (BSP) is the National PTA’s parent involvement program, and is based upon the National Standards for Parent and Family Involvement. The program’s purpose is to increase awareness of the National Standards for Parent/Family Involvement. As a result of the sessions, the trainees become “presenters,” giving presentations on this topic. Parent Education Series aimed at making a difference in the lives of parents and children, encouraging meaningful relationships within families, and nurturing the growth of healthy, well adjusted children. Together we will share the following goals as we reach out to parents/families: Strengthen families through education and research-based information Provide a support network for parents in an ever-changing society Provide professional resources and materials within the community Promote effective community-school-family relationships to support childrens success in education