Vision

> All children will learn, grow & develop to realize their full potential.

Mission

> Parents As Teachers promotes the optimal early development, learning, & health of children by supporting & engaging their parents and caregivers.

Core Values

> Parents are their children's first and most influential teachers.

> The early years of a child's life are critical for optimal development and provide the foundation for success in school and life.

> Established and emerging research should be the foundation of parent education adn family support, curricula, training, materials & services.

> All young children and their families deserve the same opportunities to succeed, regardless of any demographic, geographic, or economic constrictions.

> An understanding & appreciation of the history & traditions of diverse cultures is essential in serving families.

Approach

> The Parents As Teachers approach is to partner, facilitate & reflect. We do this at every level of our organization, from a parent educator working visiting a family in their home all the way to the work of the national center.