Parent Engagement
Parents
Parent Engagement in Schools is defined as parents and school staff working together to support and improve the learning, development, and health of children and adolescents.
Parent Conferences
Parent Resources
Library of courses for parents or others, developed by leading mental health experts, offer hope, answers, and compassionate help.
Essentials for Parenting Teens
CDC’s newest resource for parents and caregivers of youth ranging between ages 11 and 17. Topics include understanding and adapting to teen years, coaching, recognizing, and managing emotions, encouraging independence, and praising teens.
Brave Parenting was made for parents, but has lots of great information! Stay up to date with the latest apps, technology news, trends, and how to build character in your children using the tech they love.
Child Mind Institute’s Family Resource Center
Parent & Family Engagement Building Capacity for Involvement Toolkit & School-Parent Compact Toolkit
Local Resources
Children's Advocacy Center Greater West Texas
Parents as Teachers is a home visitation program that addresses child development and encourages positive parent-child relationships for children from prenatal to five years of age. The program screens for developmental delays and health Issues. Additional services include referrals to community resources, and free fun monthly Play and Learn family event, often open to the public not just program participants.
Parent Mentor Program Is a referral program for families involved with the Juvenile Justice System (JJC), or at risk of being referred or involved with the JJC to provide parenting tips or guidance. This program provides parent education, resource coordination, and case management to help parents meet the needs of children and prevent child maltreatment. Case managers meet with families weekly and create a tailored plan to identify and build upon strengths.