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2013 Fall Semester Course Catalog


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PARENT ACADEMY: 2013 FALL SCHEDULE

Duval County Public Schools (DCPS) Parent Academy classes are categorized

into three strands:

Student Achievement: Workshops and activities provide parents and caregivers with tools topromote students academic achievement and navigate the school system.

Parenting & Advocacy: Workshops and activities provide tools to more effectively enhanceparenting, advocacy and leadership skills.

Personal & Individual Growth: Workshops and activities provide tools for supportingthepersonal and professional growth of parents and caregivers.

Parent Academy courses are also offered on two levels:

Foundation: Courses which address basic core concepts

Advanced: Courses which explore concepts at a more in-depth level

To learn more or register online go to:

http://www.duvalschools.org/static/parents/parentacademy/

For additional registration options:

Call the Department of Community and Family Engagement at 904-390-2960 or email:[email protected]

Disclaimer: The Parent Academy is a community collaboration that is provided to the public as a service for parents of children in DuvalCounty. Although courses provided through Parent Academy are advertised by Duval County Public Schools (DCPS), course instructors mayor may not be employees of DCPS. Therefore, please be mindful that the views, opinions, and teaching methods used by course presenters and

partners do not necessarily reflect those of DCPS. In no event shall DCPS assume or have any responsibility or liability for any informationshared in regards to a particular Parent Academy course or for any claims, damages or losses resulting from the use of such information.

While it is the goal of DCPS that Parent Academy presenters and partners will provide parents with accurate, responsible, and appropriateinstruction and information, DCPS does not have the capability to ensure these circumstances. Therefore, parents are encouraged to review a

variety of resources on a particular topic, in addition to the information gathered from Parent Academy course offerings.

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24/7 DAD

Level: FoundationStrand: Parenting & AdvocacyPresented By: Northeast Florida Healthy Start Coalition

Date Location Room Time9/19/2013 Wells Fargo Community 6:00-

1601 N. Main St. Training 8:00pmJacksonville, FL Center32206

10/24/2013 Wells Fargo Community 6:00-1601 N. Main St. Training 8:00pmJacksonville, FL Center32206



Target Audience:All men with children of all

ages

Description: This class offers tips on how to be

aneffective father.

AFTER THE REPORT CARD

Level: FoundationStrand: Parenting & AdvocacyPresented By:DCPS Parent Involvement StaffDate Location Room Time

10/30/2013 Main Library TBD 11:15am-303 Laura St N. 12:15pmJacksonville, FL 32202

Target Audience:All parents and caregivers

Description: Tips for parents on what to do

afterthey receive their childs report card.

BECOMING AN EMPOWERED

PARENT

Level: AdvancedStrand: Parenting & AdvocacyPresented By:The Parent Help CenterDate Location Room Time

9/12/2013 Matthew Gilbert TBD 7:00-Middle School 8:30pm1424 Franklin St.Jacksonville, FL 32206

9/19/2013 Eugene J. Butler TBD 7:00-Middle School 8:30pm900 Acorn StJacksonville, FL 32209

9/26/2013 Northwestern Middle TBD 7:00-School 8:30pm2100 W. 45

tSt.

Jacksonville, FL 3220910/3/2013 Frank H. Peterson TBD 7:00-

Academy 8:30pm7450 Wilson Blvd.Jacksonville, FL 32210


Description: This class offers techniques

onbecoming an empowered parent.

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BOOSTING STUDENT

ACHIEVEMENT WITH LIBRARY

RESOURCES & E-SERVICES

Level: Foundation

Strand: Student AchievementPresented By:Jacksonville Public LibraryDate Location Room Time

10/23/2013 Webb Wesconnett TBD 6:00-Regional Library 7:00pm6887 103

rSt.

Jacksonville, FL

3221011/6/2013 Pablo Creek Library TBD 6:00-

13295 Beach Blvd. 7:00pmJacksonville, FL32246

12/3/2013 West Regional TBD 6:00-Library 7:00pm1425 Chaffee Rd.Jacksonville, FL32221

Target Audience:Parents, caregivers and students

Description:Parents and students will tour thelibrary,

become familiar with the library website, how to

promote safe online behavior for their children and learn

more about library databases. Specific attention will be

paid to helping participants understand the librarys

e-book lending program.

BUILDING LITERACY FOR

ELEMENTARY STUDENTS

Level: Foundation

Strand: Student AchievementPresented By:DCPS Staff

Date Location Room Time

9/9/2013 Beachwood TBD 9:00-Community Center 10:30am11758 Marina Dr.Jacksonville, FL 32246

9/17/2013 Windy Hill Elem TBD 7:00-3831 Forest Blvd. 8:30pmJacksonville, FL 32246


withchildren in elementary schoolDescription: Provide parents and caregivers with

high-quality strategies and resources to build

better literacy of their child.

BUILDING/RE-BUILDING YOUR

CREDIT

Level: Foundation

Strand: Personal GrowthPresented By:JPL; UF/Duval Extension Office; Real$ense Prosperity CampaignDate Location Room Time

10/3/2013 Southeast Regional TBD 6:00-Library 7:30pm10599 Deerwood ParkBlvdJacksonville, FL 32256

11/18/2013 Duval County TBD 7:00-Extension Office 8:30pm1010 N. McDuff AveJacksonville, FL 32254

Target Audience:All parents and caregiversDescription:Techniques to build your credit or

increase your credit score.

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BULLYING & CYBERBULLYING

Level: Foundation

Strand: Student AchievementPresented By:DCPS StaffDate Location Room Time10/29/2013 Southwind Villas Apt. TBD 6:00-

8711 Newton Rd. 7:00pmJacksonville, FL 32216


Description: This workshop will build awareness

about bullying and cyberbullying and provide

information/resources for parents.

BUY YOUR FIRST HOME-PART I

Level: Foundation


9/10/2013 Southeast Regional B 6:00-Library 7:30pm10599 Deerwood ParkBlvd.Jacksonville, FL 32256

9/14/2013 Main Library TBD 10:30am-

303 Laura St N. 12:00pmJacksonville, FL 32202

Target Audience:All parents and caregiversDescription: Checkout discussions and worksheets onthe

decision to buy or rent, estimating the amount you can

borrow, calculating the amount of monthly mortgage

payments you can afford, and deciding on the features in

a home that are important to you.

BUY YOUR FIRST HOME-PART II

Level: FoundationStrand: Personal GrowthPresented By:JPL; UF/Duval Extension Office; Real$ense Prosperity CampaignDate Location Room Time

10/8/2013 Southeast Regional B 6:00-Library 7:30pm10599 Deerwood ParkBlvdJacksonville, FL 32256


Target Audience:All parents and caregiversDescription: Checkout discussions and worksheets on

the decision to buy or rent, estimating the amount

you can borrow, calculating the amount of monthlymortgage payments you can afford, and deciding on

the features in a home that are important to you.

CALENDAR-BASED BUDGETING

Level: Foundation

Strand: Personal GrowthPresented By:UF/Duval Extension OfficeDate Location Room Time

9/19/2013 Duval Extension TBD 7:00-Office 8:30pm1010 N. McDuff Ave.Jacksonville, FL 32254


Description: (Building a Budget so You Can Stick

ToIt) this step-by-step process will motivate you

to develop a spending and saving plan and

follow through.

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CCSS: A PARENT GUIDE TO

STUDENT SUCCESS

Level: AdvancedStrand: Parenting & AdvocacyPresented By:Fort Caroline ElementaryDate Location Room Time

9/9/2013 Fort Caroline Elem TBD 6:00-3925 Athore Dr. 7:00pmJacksonville, FL 32277




Description: This interactive course will give parents

baseline information on 1) What CCSS is and isnt;

2) Why CCSS; 3) Student expectations; and 4) What

parents can do as First Educators to help lead their

children to success in an international market.

COLLEGE AND CAREER PLANNING

Level: FoundationStrand: Parenting & AdvocacyPresented By: DCPS Counseling OfficeDate Location Room Time

10/16/2013 Wolfson High School TBD 6:00-7000 Powers Ave. 7:00pmJacksonville, FL 32217

10/29/2013 Darnell-Cookman TBD 6:00-Middle/High School 7:00pm1701 Davis St. N.Jacksonville, FL 32206

Target Audience:All parents and caregiversDescription: College planning should start wellbefore

the high school years. Get tips and resources to startthe planning and preparation process early.

ARENT

COLLEGE APPLICATIONS TO

ACCEPTANCE

Level: FoundationStrand: Parenting & Advocacy

Presented By:Jacksonville Commitment College

AdvisorDate Location Room Time

9/12/2013 Mandarin High School TBD 6:00-4831 Greenland Rd. 7:00pmJacksonville, FL 32258

10/10/2013 Raines High School TBD 6:00-3663 Raines Ave 7:00pmJacksonville, FL 32209

Target Audience:All parents and high

schoolstudentsDescription: For parents and students to

understandthe application process to colleges

and universities and what competitive schools

look for in future students.

COMMON CORE 101 FOR PARENTS

Level: FoundationStrand: Student AchievementPresented By:Abess Park Elementary School

Date Location Room Time10/16/2013 Abess Park Elementary TBD 9:30-

12731 Abess Blvd 10:30amJacksonville, FL 32225

11/13/2013 Abess Park Elementary TBD 6:00-12731 Abess Blvd 7:00pmJacksonville, FL 32225


Description: This workshop will be aimed at

helpingparents and caregivers understand

Common Core State Standards and giving themresources to help students at home.

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COMMON CORE LITERACY AND

PARENTSLevel: FoundationStrand: Student AchievementPresented By:Julia Landon College Preparatory andLeadership Development School

Target Audience:All parents and caregivers with

students in elementary and middle school

Description: The course is designed to help

parentsunderstand the transition from NextGeneration Sunshine State Standards to Common

Core Literacy Standards.

COMPUTER I

Level: FoundationStrand: Personal GrowthPresented By: Worksource

Date Location Room Time9/9/2013 R. F. Kennedy TBD 5:00-

Community Center 6:00pm1133 Ionia St.acksonville, FL 32206


Description: Learn the basic operation

andcomponents of general computer use.

COMPUTER II

Level: AdvancedStrand: Personal GrowthPresented By: Worksource

Date Location Room Time9/18/2013 R. F. Kennedy TBD 5:00-Community Center 6:00pm1133 Ionia St.acksonville, FL 32206


Description: Learn how to draft an email, cut and

paste, and attach documents.

DADS ARE DIFFERENT / PARENT

RESPONSIBILITIESLevel: FoundationStrand: Parenting & AdvocacyPresented By: United Way of Northeast Florida

Born Learning

Date Location Room Time10/7/2013 Andrew Jackson High TBD 7:00-

3816 Main St. N. 8:30pmJacksonville, FL 32206

10/28/2013 Terry Parker High TBD 7:00-7301 Parker School Rd. 8:30pmJacksonville, FL 32211


Description: This session will help parents and

caregivers understand the fathers value in

childrens lives and assist them in developing

special time for fathers to spend with children,

even if they are not in the same household. The

workshop will also includea focus on helping

parents understand their special roles and

responsibilities in the family.

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Date Location Room Time11/13/2013 Landon Middle School TBD 5:00-

1819 Thacker Ave 7:00pmJacksonville, FL 32207

11/20/2013 Landon Middle School TBD 5:00-1819 Thacker Ave 7:00pmJacksonville, FL 32207


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DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION-

CREATING A CLIMATE OF

EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE

Level: Foundation

Strand: Parenting & AdvocacyPresented By:DCPS StaffDate Location Room Time

9/18/2013 Southwind Villas Apt. TBD 6:00-8711 Newton Rd. 7:00pmJacksonville, FL 32216

10/16/2013 Merrill Road Elem TBD 6:00-8239 Merrill Rd 7:00pmJacksonville, FL 32277

11/12/2013 Rutledge Pearson TBD 6:00-Elem 7:00pm

4346 Roanoke Blvd.Jacksonville, FL 32208


Description: Defining equity, diversity and

social/emotional skills and how these skills contribute

to academic achievement and a safe and respectful

learning and working environment.

DOING SCIENCE AT HOME

Level: FoundationStrand: Student AchievementPresented By:DCPS Parent Involvement StaffDate Location Room Time

11/5/2013 Sallye Mathis FIC FIC 5:30-3501 Winton Dr. 6:30pmJacksonville, FL 32208

11/6/2013 Brown Eastside TBD 10:30-Library 11:30am1390 Harrison St.Jacksonville, FL 32206

Target Audience: All parents and caregiversDescription: Introduces parents with students in

grades K-6 to a wide range of science activities they

can do with their child(ren) at home.

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION &

DISCIPLINE

Level: Foundation

Strand: Parenting & Advocacy

Presented By:United Way of Northeast Florida

Born LearningDate Location Room Time

9/16/2013 Sandalwood High TBD 7:00-2750 John Prom Blvd. 8:30pmJacksonville, FL 32246

9/23/2013 Oak Hill Elem. TBD 7:00-6910 Daughtry Blvd. S 8:30pmJacksonville, FL 32210

9/30/2013 Terry Parker High TBD 7:00-7301 Parker School 8:30pmRd. Jacksonville, FL32211

10/21/2013 Fletcher High School TBD 7:00-700 Seagate Ave. 8:30pmNeptune Beach, FL32266


Description: This session guides parents to

communication techniques that young children

can follow and respond effectively to, helps

parentsdefine discipline (to teach, to train, to

guide) and identify age appropriate discipline

methods. It also provides simple methods to

direct and guide the child toward appropriate

behavior.

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EFFECTIVE PARENT-TEACHER

CONFERENCES

Level: FoundationStrand: Parenting & AdvocacyPresented By:DCPS Parent Involvement StaffDate Location Room Time

10/8/2013 Westbrook Branch TBD 10:30-Library 11:30am2809 CommonwealthAve.Jacksonville, FL 32254

10/11/2013 Sallye Mathis FIC FIC 5:00-3501 Winton Dr. 6:00pmJacksonville, FL 32208

Target Audience:All parents and caregiversDescription: This workshop contains a list of

conference preparations and strategies that enhancepositive communication during a conference.

ELEMENTARY MATH/SCIENCE

STRATEGIES AT HOME

Level: Foundation

Strand: Student AchievementPresented By:DCPS StaffDate Location Room Time

10/16/2013 Westbrook Branch TBD 10:00-Library 11:30am2809 CommonwealthAve.Jacksonville, FL 32254

12/12/2013 Love Grove Elem. TBD 6:00-2446 University Blvd S 7:30pmJacksonville, FL 32216

Target Audience:All parents and caregiversDescription: Hands-on Math/Science strategies that

empower parents as they assist their children in fun,

home activities. Common Core/NGSSS related

benchmarks that are difficult to relate to children as

presented in activities that can be repeated at

parties, sleepovers, church activities or family

gatherings to instill the love of Math and Science.

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FAMILY GOAL SETTING

Level: AdvancedStrand: Parenting & AdvocacyPresented By:UF/Duval Extension OfficeDate Location Room Time

9/12/2013 Duval Extension TBD 7:00-Office 8:30pm1010 N. McDuff AveJacksonville, FL 32254

9/17/2013 Brentwood Housing TBD 7:00-Authority 8:30pm3465 Village CenterDr.Jacksonville, FL 32206


Description: This class offers suggestion on how to

set family goals.

FUN WITH FOOD AND FITNESS

Level: FoundationStrand: Parenting & AdvocacyPresented By:United WayDate Location Room Time

11/25/2013 Andrew Jackson High TBD 7:00-3816 Main St. N. 8:30pmJacksonville, FL 32206

Target Audience:All parents and caregiversDescription: Guides parents to understand and

provide nutritious meals (on a budget) and ways to

encourage healthy eating. The workshop teaches

parents how to get their children active and moving

and how much physical activity they need each day.

HOMEBUYER EDUCATION

Level: FoundationStrand: Personal GrowthPresented By:Family FoundationsDate Location Room Time

9/17/2013 Family Foundations TBD 8:30am-1639 Atlantic Blvd 5:30pmJacksonville, FL 32207

10/15/2013 Family Foundations TBD 8:30am-1639 Atlantic Blvd 5:30pm

Jacksonville, FL 3220711/12/2013 Family Foundations TBD 8:30am-

1639 Atlantic Blvd 5:30pmJacksonville, FL 32207

Target Audience:All parents and caregiversDescription: This Homebuyer Education Class is

approved by HUD and will teach prospective

homebuyers how to prepare for homeownership,

how to shop for a home, the mortgage process,

and how to maintain your home.

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HOW TO SUPPORT YOUR CHILD

ACADEMICALLY IN THE 21st

CENTURY

Level: Foundation

Strand: Parenting & AdvocacyPresented By: Twin Lakes Academy


10/29/2013 Twin Lakes Academy Cafeteria6:00-

7:00pm8000 Point MeadowsDr.Jacksonville, FL32256


Description: Empower parents and caregivers with

abetter understanding of the ever-changing world

of education. Also, to help parents overcome theobstacles that can often hinder effective parental

involvement.

HOW YOU CAN BE AN ADVOCATE

FOR YOUR CHILD IN ESE

Level: FoundationStrand: Parenting & AdvocacyPresented By:DCPS Exceptional Education & StudentServicesDate Location Room Time

10/1/2013 Atlantic Coast High TBD 6:00-School 7:00pm9735 R. G. SkinnerParkwayJacksonville, FL32256

11/5/2013 Palm Avenue TBD 6:00-Exceptional Student 7:00pmCenter1301 Palm Ave.Jacksonville, FL 32254

12/12/2013 Spring Park Elem. TBD 6:00-2250 Spring Park Rd. 7:00pmJacksonville, FL32207

Target Audience:All parents and caregivers of

exceptional education studentsDescription: Helping a parent to be an advocate

fortheir child in ESE, with an overview of

communication skills and preparing for an IEP

meeting. Providing an overview of different

disabilities and understanding the value of the ESE

parent survey

INTERVIEW TECHNIQUES


Date Location Room Time11/20/2013 Beachwood TBD 5:30-

Community Center 6:30pm11758 Marina Dr.Jacksonville, FL 32246

Target Audience:All parents and caregiversDescription: How to conduct a winning interview.

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JOB SEARCH


Date Location Room Time11/12/2013 Center for Language TBD 5:00-

and Culture 6:00pm7401 Old Kings Rd. S.acksonville, FL 32257


Description: Conducting job searches inEmployFlorida and other job search websites.

KITCHEN MATH

Level: AdvancedStrand: Student AchievementPresented By:DCPS Parent Involvement StaffDate Location Room Time

10/21/2013 Pinedale Elem. FIC FIC 3:00-4229 Edison Ave 4:00pmJacksonville, FL 32254



Description:Assisting parents in recognizing the

importance of math and how it is used in

everyday life, including a variety of fun home

math activity ideas for gradesK-6.

MANAGING MONEY IN TOUGH TIMES

Level: Foundation


9/5/2013 Southeast Regional B 6:00-Library 7:30pm10599 Deerwood ParkBlvdJacksonville, FL 32256


Description: Learn how to make those toughdecisions for spending and get tips forreducing expenses.

NAVIGATING ONCOURSE

Level: Foundation

Strand: Student AchievementPresented By:Douglas Anderson School of the ArtsDate Location Room Time

10/23/2013 Douglas Anderson Media 5:00-High School Center 6:00pm2445 San Diego RdJacksonville, FL 32207

Target Audience:All parents and caregiversDescription: This session will help parents navigate

through the districts approved grading and

attendance program, OnCourse. Parents will have

the opportunity to log on to the system and learn

how to check their students grades, attendance, and

progress.

LIGHTNING SAFETY AWARENESS

Level: FoundationStrand: Personal GrowthPresented By:Fresh MinistriesDate

Location

Room

Time

9/5/2013 Fresh Ministries TBD 10:00am-

921 N. Davis St. 12:00pmJacksonville, FL 32206


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NAVIGATING THE DCPS

SYSTEM/GRADE PORTAL

Level: Foundation

Strand: Student AchievementPresented By: DCPS Parent Involvement StaffDate Location Room Time



Description: Important information on the

departments of Duval County Public Schools

(DCPS) and how to utilize grade portal.

ONLINE JOB APPLICATION


Date Location Room Time10/23/2013 Center for Language TBD 5:00-

and Culture 6:00pm7401 Old Kings Rd. S.acksonville, FL 32257


Description: How to complete an online jobapplication.

PARENT ADVOCACY TRAINING

Level: Advanced

Strand: Parenting & AdvocacyPresented By:DCPS Parent Involvement StaffDate Location Room Time

9/24/2013 Webb Wesconnett TBD 10:30-Library 11:30am6887 103

rSt.

Jacksonville, FL 322109/26/2013 Andrew Robinson FIC 171 5:30-

101 W. 12th

St. 6:30pmJacksonville, FL 32206

Target Audience:All parents and caregiversDescription: Empower parents to be effective

advocates for their children, and forge an

educational partnership with their childs school.

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PAYING FOR COLLEGE

Level: FoundationStrand: Parenting & AdvocacyPresented By:Jacksonville Commitment College


12/5/2013 Englewood High Media 6:00-School 7:00pm4412 Barnes Rd.Jacksonville, FL 32207

Target Audience:All parents and high school

studentsDescription: For parents and students to

understandwhat financial aid is and how to

complete the process.

PLAYING GAMES/LEARNING ONTHE GO

Level: FoundationStrand: Student AchievementPresented By:United WayDate Location Room Time

10/14/2013 Sandalwood High TBD 7:00-2750 John Prom Blvd. 8:30pmJacksonville, FL 32246

Target Audience:All parents and caregiversDescription: Guides parents to simple everyday

activities that they can do to teach their children

when they are out and about. Requiring no special

skill, parents can guide literacy development simply

by playing games like laundry basketball and I Spy.

PRE-K-READING IN THE HOME!

Level: FoundationStrand: Student AchievementPresented By: DCPS Staff

Date Location Room Time9/26/2013 R. V. Daniels Elem. TBD 5:00-

1951 W. 15t

St. 6:00pmacksonville, FL 32209

Target Audience: Parents and caregivers of Pre-K

students

Description: Tips and strategies to support your

Pre-K student.

PROPER PROTOCOLS FOR DCPS

MAGNET PROGRAMSLevel: FoundationStrand: Parenting & AdvocacyPresented By:Julia Landon College Preparatory andLeadership Development School

Date Location Room Time12/12/2013 Landon Middle School AUD 5:00-

1819 Thacker Ave 6:00pmJacksonville, FL 32207

Target Audience: Parents and caregivers with

students in elementary and middle schoolDescription: This session will give parents the

information needed to begin student enrollment in

one of Duval Countys Magnet School Programs.

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PTA FALL LEADERSHIP

CONFERENCE

Workshops Offered:

RTI, IEP-What Does It Mean?

Effective Communication with Teachers

and SchoolsUnderstanding Common Core

Level: FoundationStrand: Parenting & AdvocacyPresented By:DCPS StaffDate Location Room Time

9/28/2013 Robert E. Lee High TBD 9:00am-School 12:00pm1200 McDuff Ave S.Jacksonville, FL 32205

Target Audience:All PTA parents

Description: If you are new to your position this is agreat resource for you. Everything you need to know

to run a successful PTA.

RESUME WRITING


Date Location Room Time10/14/2013 Justina Neighborhood TBD 5:30-

Center 6:30pm3101-3 Justina RdJacksonville, FL 32277


Description: Understanding the purpose of a resume

and the different kind of resumes.

SKILLS THAT ARE ESSTENTIAL TO

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT

Level: FoundationStrand: Student AchievementPresented By:First Coast High SchoolDate Location Room Time

12/12/2013 First Coast High AUD5:00-

6:00pmSchool590 Duval Station Rd.Jacksonville, FL 32218


withchildren in high schoolDescription: This workshop will cover the skills

necessary for student achievement.

SPEECH AND HEARING

AWARENESS

Level: FoundationStrand: Parenting & AdvocacyPresented By:Jacksonville Speech & Hearing CenterDate Location Room Time

9/12/2013 Jacksonville Speech & TBD 4:00-

Hearing Center 5:00pm1128 N. Laura St.Jacksonville, FL 32206


Description: This workshop will share with

parentsthe importance of their role in their childs

development.

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STEPPING STONES FOR

STEPFAMILIES

Level: Foundation

Strand: Parenting & Advocacy

Presented By:Duval County ExtensionDate Location Room Time

10/3/2013 Duval County TBD 7:00-Extension Office 8:30pm1010 N. McDuff AveJacksonville, FL 32254

10/15/2013 Victory Pointe Apt TBD 7:00-6750 Ramona Blvd 8:30pmJacksonville, FL 32205

Target Audience:All parents and caregiversDescription: This class covers stepfamily relationship

dynamics, building strong couple relationships, the

childs experience, legal and financial matters, and

working with others in the community.

TEACHING MATH AT HOME

Level: FoundationStrand: Student AchievementPresented By:Stillwell Middle SchoolDate Location Room Time11/12/2013 Stillwell Middle TBD 6:00-

School 8:00pm7840 Burma Rd.Jacksonville, FL 32221

12/3/2013 Stillwell Middle TBD 6:00-School 8:00pm7840 Burma Rd.Jacksonville, FL 32221

Target Audience: Parents and caregivers of middle

and high school studentsDescription: The session will include finding

resources for parents to assist with middle and high

school math courses.

SUPPORTING LITERACY

INSTRUCTION AT HOME

Level: Advanced


10/23/2013 George W. Carver TBD 5:00-2854 W. 45

thSt. 6:00pm

Jacksonville, FL 32209

10/29/2013 Greenfield Elem TBD 5:00-6343 Knights Lane 6:00pmJacksonville, FL 32216

11/5/2013 Timucuan Elem TBD 5:00-5429 110

tSt. 6:00pm



Description: This course will include effective readingstrategies, home application of these strategies and

a shared reading of literature.

TOUR OF MAIN LIBRARY,

E-SERVICES AND CHILDRENS

EVENTS

Level: Foundation

Strand: Parenting & AdvocacyPresented By:Jacksonville Public LibraryDate Location Room Time

9/14/2013 Main Library TBD 1:00-303 Laura St N. 3:00pm orJacksonville, FL

322022:00-4:00pm


Description: Learn how to use the library catalog,

become familiar with the library website, how to

promote safe online behavior for your children, and

learn more about library databases.

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TRANSITION TO HIGH SCHOOL TRANSITION TO MIDDLE SCHOOL

Level: FoundationStrand: Student AchievementPresented By:DCPS Parent Involvement StaffDate Location Room Time9/11/2013 Main Library TBD 11:15am-

303 Laura St. 12:15pmJacksonville, FL 32202

Target Audience: Parents and caregivers of students

entering high schoolsDescription: Provide parents with information to

assist their children with transitioning from middle to

high school.

Level: Foundation

Strand: Student AchievementPresented By:DCPS Parent Involvement StaffDate Location Room Time


Target Audience:All parents and caregiversDescription: Provide information for parents to

assisttheir child(ren) with transitioning from

elementary to middle school.

TRANSITION TO KINDERGARTEN

Level: Foundation

Strand: Student AchievementPresented By:DCPS Parent Involvement StaffDate Location Room Time

9/9/2013 Regency Square TBD 10:30Library 11:30am9900 Regency SquareBlvd.Jacksonville, FL 32225

9/10/2013 Woodland Acres FIC TBD 6:00-328 Bowlan St. 7:00pmJacksonville, FL 32211

Target Audience: For all parents and caregiversDescription: Parents will have a better

understanding of how to make the transition

from preschool or home to kindergarten so it will

be a positive experience for their child(ren).

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UNDERSTANDING THE DCPS CODE OF

CONDUCT

Level: Foundation


9/24/2013 Oceanway Middle TBD 6:00-School 7:00pm143 Oceanway Ave.Jacksonville, FL 32218

10/1/2013 Justina Neighborhood TBD 6:00-Center 7:00pm3101-3 Justina RdJacksonville, FL 32277

Target Audience:All parents, caregivers

andstudentsDescription: To inform parents, students, and

guardians about the Student Code of Conduct.

UNDERSTANDING THE ROLE OF

THE SCHOOL COUNSELOR

Level: FoundationStrand: Student AchievementPresented By:DCPS Counseling OfficeDate Location Room Time

10/2/2013 duPont Middle School TBD 6:00-2710 duPont Ave 7:00pmJacksonville, FL 32217

11/12/2013 Jefferson Davis TBD 6:00-Middle School 7:00pm7050 Melvin RoadJacksonville, FL 32210

Target Audience:All parents and caregiversDescription: School counselors can be great

resources for students and parents. Learn more

about what school counselors do, get tips andstrategies for helping your child succeed in school.

UNDERSTANDING THE ROLE OF

THE DEAN AND IN-SCHOOL

SUSPENSION

Level: Foundation


10/30/2013 Bradham & Brooks TBD 6:00-Library 7:00pm1755 Edgewood AveW.Jacksonville, FL 32208

Target Audience:All parents and caregiversDescription: We will go over the roles and

responsibilities of the Dean, as well as the ISSP

teachers.

UNDERSTANDING THE STUDENT

PROGRESSION PLAN

Level: FoundationStrand: Student AchievementPresented By:DCPS Counseling OfficeDate Location Room Time

10/1/2013 John E. Ford K-8 TBD 6:00-1137 Cleveland St. 7:00pmJacksonville, FL32209

10/23/2013 Beauclerc Elem TBD 6:00-4555 Craven Rd. W

7:00pm


Target Audience:All parents and caregiversDescription: Understanding the districts Student

Progression Plan, how it impacts promotionand graduation.

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WHAT EVERY FAMILY NEEDS TO

KNOW

Level: Foundation/Advance

Strand: Parenting & AdvocacyPresented By:Family Foundations


10/10/2013 Oak Hill Elem, TBD 5:00-6910 Daughtry Blvd S 6:30pmJacksonville, FL 32210

10/24/2013 Oak Hill Elem, TBD 5:00-6910 Daughtry Blvd S 6:30pmJacksonville, FL 32210


Description: Tips on what every family needs to

know in order to be an effective family.

WHY COMMON CORE STATE

STANDARDS

Level: Foundation

Strand: Student Achievement

Presented By:Mamie Agnes Jones ElementaryDate Location Room Time

10/29/2013 Mamie Agnes Jones CAFE 5:00-Elem. 7:00pm700 Orange AveBaldwin, FL 32234

Target Audience:All parents and caregiversDescription: Participants will develop an awareness

of the Common Core Standards and the educational

shifts that are necessary to successfully meet the

academic challenges ahead.

WHAT IS THE BEST FIT FOR YOU?

Level: FoundationStrand: Student AchievementPresented By:Jacksonville Commitment College


11/7/2013 Mandarin High School TBD 6:00-4831 Greenland Rd. 7:00pmJacksonville, FL 32258

Target Audience:All parents, caregivers and

highschool studentsDescription: For parents and students to start the

dialogue regarding college fit and interests.

YOUR CHILDS POSTURE

Level: Foundation

Strand: Parenting & AdvocacyPresented By:Bold City ChiropracticDate Location Room Time

10/17/2013 Bold City Chiropractic TBD 7:00-8102 Blanding Blvd. 8:00pm

Suite 11Jacksonville, FL 3224411/18/2013 Bold City Chiropractic TBD 7:00-

8102 Blanding Blvd. 8:00pmSuite 11Jacksonville, FL 32244


Description: This class offers informational tips on

your childs posture.

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PARENT ACADEMY: 2013 CATALOG ADDENDUM

L CATALO GCATALOG ULETHE CENTER FOR LANGUAGE AND CULTURE:

ADULT COURSE OFFERINGS

Level: Foundation

Strand: Personal Growth

Presented By: DCPS Staff

Course Name Day/Date Time

Rosetta Stone

Spanish or English

Wednesday

September 4-November 20

6:00-7:30pm

Rosetta Stone

Spanish or English

Thursday


10:00am-12:00pm

Spanish Class

Beginners

Monday


6:00-7:30pm

GED Prep Monday/Wednesday


9:00am-12:00pm

GED Prep Tuesday/Thursday


6:00-7:30pm

What Every ImmigrantNeeds to Know FridaySeptember 6-October 11 8:45-10:15am

Target Audience: All parents and caregivers

Location: Kings Trail Elementary

7401 Old Kings Rd


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FAMILY FOUNDATIONS-PARENTING 101

COURSE OFFERINGSLevel: Foundation

Strand: Parenting, Advocacy & Personal Growth

Presented By: Family Foundations

The following courses are offered as part of a 5-week series. Participants interested in the 5-week series

mustcomplete three out of the five courses.

Course Name Day/Date Time

Parenting Under StressThursday

October 3

5:00-6:30pm

Increasing Parent-Child

Communication and

Establishing House Rules

Thursday

October 10

5:00-6:30pm

Understanding Child

Development and

Implementing Rewards

and Consequences toImprove Child Behavior

Thursday

October 17

5:00-6:30pm

Learning Positive

Parenting Techniques

Thursday

October 24

5:00-6:30pm

*Bonus Class (optional)

Financial Literacy Thursday

October 31

5:00-6:30pm

Target Audience: All parents and caregivers

Description: A five-week series designed to provide additional tools to promote effective parenting skills.

Location: Oak Hill Elementary

6910 Daughtry Blvd S

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