SCCPSS highlights Parent University partnership, schedules fall family workshops

Ken Slatz, an SCCPSS representative, said Parent University has gathered community resources for more than two decades and will offer family workshops Saturday, Oct. 4, at 9:30 a.m. at Groves High School and Saturday, Nov. 15, at 9:30 a.m. at Heard Elementary. "Our commitment to making sure that parents have a space has nurtured this kind of culture," Slatz said, describing the program as a recurring opportunity for families to learn about supports available through schools and local partners.

School presenters described Parent University as a space for "parents, grandparents, anyone in need, serving a role raising our students at SCCPSS" and said the program focuses on asking families what they need and then seeking resources to meet those needs. A staff member said the program aims to move families from dependency on services to the ability to use resources independently and to share knowledge with others.

Slatz said the district frames parents as leaders of their households: "If you were the CEO of a company, you would be expected to find out the information your company needs to thrive. Well, we call our parents CEOs," he said, urging caregivers to "come out, get the information you need, and execute." Presenters said the workshops are intended to create welcoming, reassuring and effective spaces where families can build confidence in supporting their children.

The announcement identified the target audience as parents, grandparents and other caregivers of SCCPSS students and reiterated the two set workshop dates and start times. No motions, votes, or formal board actions were recorded in the transcript excerpt provided; the record is an informational presentation and event notice.