Education Equity and Outreach
Welcome to The Parent Academy
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The Parent Academy is here for you!
Our goal is to support families by providing information and resources. We believe partnership between the school, family, and our local community is the way to help every child succeed.
How we connect:
- Live Webinars - Educators and community experts share information. Q & A at the end of each presentation.
- Pre-Recorded Videos - Informational videos shared by district staff or community leaders
- In-Person Meetings - Scheduled Parent Academy meetings at schools or other community venues across the district
- Mobile Learning Lab - Two buses equipped with computer labs will travel to neighborhoods and provide training for parents
- Surveys - Online links will be given so you can share thoughts and ideas
FOCUS GOALS #1: Exceptional Student Education Providing strategies and information to support students with disabilities. #2: Communication & School Success Strategies Strengthening communication among parents and schools; Building positive connections & sharing tips on how to support the best teaching practices in the home environment. #3: College & Career Ready Promoting a college and career mindset to support future economic stability. #4: Mental Health Providing support for mental wellbeing; sharing information about signs, symptoms, and support.
Contact Us
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Parent Academy Specialist:
Tina Folston-Hayes
Email: folstonhayestc@gm.sbac.edu
352.955.7676 ext. 6322
Upcoming Mental Health Webinars (monthly)
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Once a month through the end of the school year, the Parent Academy webinars will focus on a mental health issue. The dates and topics are below. All webinars will be held at 6 p.m., and no registration is required. The webinars will be provided in both English and Spanish.
Nov 10 - Bullying-Stop the Cycle
Dec 15 - De-escalating Cycles of Conflict
Jan 26 - Navigating Grief
Feb 23 - Building Your Child’s Confidence
March 23 - Why Our Children Self-harm
April 27 - Substance Abuse
May 25 - Social Media-Protecting Your Child
Previous Virtual Presentations
- January 19, 2023- Communication and Student Success - Episcopal Children's Services
- January 12, 2023- Gainesville Thrives
- December 8, 2022- New Worlds Reading Initiative
- October 2, 2022- Communication and School Success Strategies
- September 15, 2022 - Utilizing Successful Methods of Communication
- April 13, 2022 - UFLI Foundations: An Introduction for Families
- March 10, 2022 - Navigating Skyward Family Access
- January 5, 2023- The Education Foundation of Alachua County
- December 1, 2022- Career and Technical Education at Loften High School
- September 22, 2022 - Understanding Career and Technical Education
- September 1, 2022- Financial Aid & Homework Help
- May 19, 2022 - How to Interview in the Technology Era
- April 21, 2022 - Job Skills
- March 16, 2022 - FAFSA & Financial Aid
- January 26, 2023 - Grief The Healing Process After Loss
- December 15, 2022- De-escalating Cycles of Conflict With Our Children
- November 10, 2022 - Bullying: Stop the Cycle
- October 27, 2022 - Your Child's Anxiety
- October 27, 2022 - La ansiedad de su hijo
- October 6, 2022 - How Social Supports Promote Mental Health
- August 25, 2022- Gearing Up for the 22-23 School Year
- May 24, 2022 - Mental Health Self Care
- April 26, 2022 - Teen Dating Violence Prevention
- March 30, 2022 - Coping with Anxiety