At OKCPS, we value our parents as the first teachers and advocates for their children. Parent University is a series of free , monthly workshops that cover various topics throughout the school year to help provide information, tools, and resources for families to carry out their role in supporting student learning and growth. The workshops are an opportunity for families to share strategies and learn new ones from each other and the OKCPS Team.
Parent University: Summer Resources
Join us to learn about learning opportunities for students during the summer and how to avoid the summer slide!
Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
Location: Clara Luper Center (615 N. Classen Blvd)
Parent University Goals
Family Engagement
To build families’ capacity in supporting their children’s academic outcomes in the following ways:
Communicating high expectations
Monitoring their child’s performance
Supporting learning at home
Guiding their child’s education
Advocating for their child
Trust & Acceptance
To build trust between families and OKCPS.
Increase OKCPS District Office transparency
Helping families feel welcome and valued in their school community.
Build relationships with the school, the school district, and the community
Access to Information
To increase access to information so that parents can make the most informed decisions.
Become advocates for their children to be successful in school
Gain leadership skills and educational tools to help their child succeed
Provide support and be informed on what comes next in the educational process
FAQs
What is Parent University?
Parent University is a series of free workshops on various topics throughout the school year to help provide information, tools, and resources for families to carry out their role in supporting student learning and growth.
What is the goal of Parent University?
We want to encourage greater family involvement in developing a lasting learning partnership in which parents support their children in achieving academic and personal success.
What topics will be covered this semester?
January- Attendance
February- Mental Health and College and Career Readiness
March- State Testing Prep
April- Family Feedback Night
Do I have to register to attend?
You are not required to register to attend any of the sessions, registration helps us to be prepared for the number of people to provide materials, services and dinner.