The second series of the Parent University Program for the 2009-2010 school will begin on Tuesday, Feb. 23, and run through Wednesday, March 17, at the St. Croix Career & Technical Center, with classes held from 6-8 p.m. Free transportation and child care services will be available. Children will also receive homework assistance along with a hot meal, according to a press release from St. Croix District Superintendent of Schools Gary Molloy
“Parent University is an environment where parents can obtain information about issues affecting them, exchange ideas with parenting experts and other parents providing a community network and support system,” said Janet Brow, district director for School Community Relations. “There are no tests or grades, and the environment is non-threatening and extremely engaging.”
In addition to classes, Parent University features a spiritual center where parents can meet with a pastor for one-on-one dialogue or family counseling; and the superintendent’s corner, where district leadership will be available for conversation, barring the need for formal appointments.
Interested persons can obtain applications at all district schools as well as the Office of the Superintendent at 2133 Hospital Street, Traxco; the Departments of Labor and Justice, Office of Paternity and Child Support; the Department of Human Services’ Head Start Parental Involvement Office; and all fire stations. For more information, contact Janet Brow at 773-1095, ext. 7094 or via -mail at jbrow2@stx.k12.vi.
