Teen Parent Program

Pelican Babies

We are the teen parent program for the KFCS. We support the journey of our young families through their pregnancy, childbirth and early parenthood. We offer services to any student in the city schools up to 21 years of age working toward a high school diploma or GED. We offer education support, including tutors, case management, transportation, parenting classes, social and peer interactions and support to our teen parents, both mom and dad. We work with community partners and offer referrals to community resources. We also offer quality childcare. Our licensed child care facility is centrally located in our district office. Our teachers and staff all have education in early childhood. Our education center is open all city school days and school hours to better serve our parents. All of our services are free of charge to teen parents.

Child Care Center Philosophy

Our goal is to be supportive of the physical, emotional and mental development of each child.
We believe every child deserves to be treated with unconditional love and respect.
We consider each child to be a unique and worthy individual.
This belief is extended to our parents and staff members.

The mission of the Oregon Department of Education School-Based Teen Parent Program is to provide an environment where teenage parents can complete their education in a supportive comprehensive high school.

At Klamath Falls City Schools, the mission of the Pelican Babies program is to support teen parents in successfully completing their high school education, while socially and emotionally educating and empowering them along their journey to becoming contributing members of society.

Our Vision for Each Student:

Earn a high school diploma or equivalent
Be an active member in their community
Develop effective parenting skills
Support with child care
Establish post-secondary education goals
Work toward self-sufficiency
Develop positive self-esteem

Services Provided

Quality childcare
Tutoring services
Case Management
Parenting education support for young mothers and fathers
Hands-on child care experience
Socialization
Support in accessing health coverage and care
Connection to and support in receiving community resources

Who do we serve?

Pregnant and parenting teens through age 21
Males and females
All students enrolled in Klamath Falls City Schools
All students from surrounding areas with approved transfers

For more information on the Oregon Department of Education Teen Parent Rules and Regulations, go to https://www.oregon.gov/ode/students-and-family/Pages/tprulesregulations.aspx.

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