Parents as Teachers - Enrollment Information

Click the following link to enroll in the PAT program: Enrollment Form 

Why enroll in Parents As Teachers?

  • You are your child's first teacher, and your home is your child's first classroom.

  • Your baby will learn more during the early years than at any other time in life.

  • Parents As Teachers can help you lay a strong foundation for your child's future success in school.

  • Parents As Teachers is offered at no cost to all interested parents in the district.

Benefits of Parents As Teachers:

A recent follow-up study indicates that the Parents As Teachers program produces lasting benefits for children and families.

  • PAT children were significantly more advanced in language, problem solving and social development   at age 3.

  • PAT children had significantly higher scores on reading and math standardized tests than did children not participating in the program.

  • Parents stay more involved in their child's education, both at school and at home.

  • Parents are more confident in their parenting skills and knowledge.

Program Services (All Services are provided FREE by Certified Parent Educators):

  • Personal Visits:  Republic Parent Educators, who are specially trained in child development, make personalized home visits.

  • Group Connections:  Group meetings provide a time to share child development information and parenting issues with parents and to enjoy learning activities with your child.

  • Screenings: Developmental screening is offered to assess your child's overall development as well as health, hearing and vision.

  • Referral Network:  PAT helps link families to other community services.