Parents As Teachers: I cannot teach without books. The Parents as Teachers program relies heavily on books for the curriculum. Science has shown how good reading to children is for their growth and development. We encourage parents to read to their children daily.
Do you have a child between the ages of birth to 5? Are you currently participating in Parents As Teachers?
The Missouri Parents as Teachers (PAT) Program is a voluntary parent education program offered through local school districts, serving families who are expecting a child or have children under the age of kindergarten entry. PAT helps to establish positive partnerships between home, school and the community and plays a vital role in supporting families and children from the very beginning toward school readiness.
A trained parent educator provides home visits with families to promote early learning, knowledge and understanding of important developmental milestones. Periodic screenings increase parents’ understanding of their children’s developmental progress, as well as inform them of any possible delays. Early intervention for identified concerns helps improve school readiness for young children.
This early childhood program is designed to offer regularly scheduled family personal visits, annual developmental screenings, monthly group connections and access to a network of resources. These components are integral in supporting and preparing children, families, schools and communities toward school readiness. The Missouri PAT Program provides opportunities to assist families with a smooth transition into preschool and kindergarten.
For more information about Parents as Teachers, please email Patty at pdurbin@mariesr2.org or leave a message at the Elementary Office.
We are incredibly proud of our Parents As Teachers program and our PAT Educator - Mrs. Durbin.