Parenting Education Program

The Parenting Education program uses its network of seven cooperative preschools to offer a unique educational experience consisting of a child-centered preschool laboratory setting with adult-centered lectures and discussion groups. In the preschool classrooms, parents become active partners in their children’s education. Research supports the long-term benefits of this type of early parent involvement.

Skilled Shoreline faculty plan and implement learning opportunities for both parents and children. These learning experiences empower parents to build on their strengths while providing support as they become directly involved in their children's education.

Benefits of the Program

Parents:

Gain confidence and enhance parenting skills
Share individual ideas and concerns about child-rearing
Broaden their understanding of child development
Acquire effective communication skills and child guidance strategies

Children:

Cultivate a safe, stimulating environment to encourage a natural love of learning
Provide a developmentally appropriate environment that promotes physical, social, emotional and cognitive development
Create effective communicators and skilled problem-solvers by offering highly individualized attention and support

Community:

Build a network of mutual support
Advocate for children and family issues and encourage community service
Develop and use leadership skills

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