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Sixpence parent-education staff report 80% retention and positive family outcomes
Summary
Sixpence parent educators described program services for expectant parents and families with children 0–3, reporting an 80% retention rate, positive family-survey results and a plan to continue outreach and bilingual materials.
Two Sixpence parent educators gave the board an overview of the district’s Sixpence early‑childhood parent-education program and shared outcome data.
At the May 29 Committee of the Whole meeting, Megan Bailey and Kelly Matheson described Sixpence’s model: voluntary, home‑based early childhood education and parent coaching for families from pregnancy through age 3 (or up to age 4 until preschool enrollment). Staff said the program prioritizes teen parents, first-time parents and families involved with social services but serves a broader caseload as capacity allows. They meet with families…
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