Parent Curriculum

Parenting classes are available for parents wanting to raise cooperative, responsible and confident children. Parenting can be rewarding but also challenging at times. The classes will help parents understand their child’s needs, development and behavior. The classes are designed for parents with young children ages birth-six (6) years old. The parent curriculum used is the Systematic Training for Effective Parenting Early Childhood and is research proven. Early Childhood STEP illustrates how the techniques in the program can be used with babies, toddlers and preschoolers. The classes will be based on the following topics:

Understanding Young Children Understanding Young Children’s Behavior Building Self-Esteem in the Early Years Communicating with Young Children Helping Young Children Learn to Cooperate Effective Discipline Nurturing Social and Emotional Development

Each participant will receive a parent handbook that corresponds with the classes. Upon completion of the parenting classes, parents will receive a certificate of completion.

The parenting classes will be available during the school year. If you are interested in participating in the parenting classes, please see your Center Supervisor or Family Service Worker for more information.