THE PARENT ACADEMY MI

TY

PA

THE

P

PARENTING IN THE NEW MILLENNIUM

UB

PARENT ACADEMY

LIC

SCHO

OL

S

2018 SUMMER COURSE CATALOG HOME-SCHOOL CONNECTION

●

●

BE THE LINK TO YOUR CHILD’S SUCCESS

DE COU I-DA N AM

MAINTAINING A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

PATHWAY TO FAMILY ENHANCEMENT

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

305.995.2680 | parentacademymiami.com

EMPOWERING FAMILIES THROUGH EDUCATION AND TRAINING The job of parenting is not easy. That is why Miami-Dade County Public Schools created The Parent Academy – a source to help answer parents’ questions on topics that impact their children’s lives, including academic support, health care, financial management and more.

CONNECT

Attend free classes and workshops at more than 200 sites throughout Miami-Dade County at public schools, libraries, parks, colleges, or neighborhood centers. A schedule of courses is available in English, Spanish and Haitian-Creole.

JOIN THE PARENT ACADEMY!

COMMUNICATE

Parents are teachers, role models, mentors and providers. They have the power to make their children’s lives bigger, better and brighter simply by being a part of it. Parent involvement is key to: 

H  igher grades, test scores and graduation rates



Increased motivation, better self-esteem



Fewer instances of disruptive behavior



H  appier children

COLLABORATE The Parent Academy of Miami-Dade County Public Schools is a free family resource designed for parents, caregivers, and community members. Courses are accurate at time of publication. Childcare, food, and giveaways at select courses.

6

ESSENTIALS FOR A SUCCESSFUL SCHOOL YEAR

Parents are the single most important factor in a child’s education. The summer months are a perfect time for parents to prepare for the upcoming school year. This summer, The Parent Academy will offer summer courses to parents at selected schools. Workshop topics will include, but not limited to, the following:

1 CONNECT WITH M-DCPS Learn how to effectively navigate the school system

4 PARENTS RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES How to make a difference in your child’s education

2 PARENTS: THE CRITICAL LINK The importance of parental involvement in a child’s education

5 PREPARING FOR PARENTTEACHER CONFERENCES Getting the most out meeting with your child’s teacher

Visit parentacademymiami.com or call 305-995-2680 for course schedule.

3 THE PARENT PORTAL Monitor your child’s progress and access online resources on the M-DCPS website

6 READY FOR SCHOOL EVERY DAY Homework tips And attendance policies

The Parent Academy and Division of Educational Opportunity and Access will be hosting two-day summits for selected male students ages 14-17 and a parent/ guardian. A total of 60 students may participate. Sessions are designed to: 

 oster mutual understanding between F youth and adults



 educe negative and violent behaviors R in youth



 evelop support systems. Breakout D sessions will include presentations by: •

The State Attorney’s Office

•

Public Defender’s office

•

L ocal police agencies and student testimonials.

Families will also have the opportunity to participate in a Community Based Agency Showcase and receive information regarding additional support services. At the conclusion of the two-day summit, students will participate in the Summer Youth Work Readiness Program (SYWRP) made possible through a partnership with Miami-Dade County and The Circle of Brotherhood. Students participating in the SYWRP will attend throughout the Summer, receive free transportation (weekly bus passes), free breakfast/lunch, back to school supplies, and $1,000 stipend upon their successful completion of the program.

WHEN: The week of July 11th, 2018 WHERE: D. A. Dorsey Technical College 7100 NW 17th Avenue, Miami, FL 33147

South Dade Technical College 28300 SW 152nd Avenue, Leisure City, FL 33033

FOR MORE INFORMATION

MI

TY

DE COU I-DA N AM

●

●

PA

THE

PARENT ACADEMY

LIC

SCHO

OL

S

P

UB

305.995.2680 parentacademymiami.com

THE PARENT ACADEMY WORKSHOPS:  Workshops feature an interactive atmosphere where parents/guardians can meet to share experiences, explore the wonders of technology and answer questions that are critical for a child’s development.  Workshops and classes are designed for adults however some topics are planned for parents and their children.  Are unlimited.  Are offered in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole.

Visit parentacademymiami.com or call 305-995-2680 for course schedule.

MENU OF WORKSHOPS HOME-SCHOOL CONNECTIONS Building Study Skills

PASSport to Success Series (8 Modules)

How parents can help their child acquire better study habits.

Stairways to greater family involvement.

Connect with M-DCPS

Preparing for Parent-Teacher Conferences

Learn how to effectively navigate the school system.

Getting the most out of meeting with your child’s teacher.

FAFSA/Financial Aid Parent Workshops

Raising a Bilingual Child

2018-2019 FAFSA Application Support

A guide to raising a bilingual child.

Families Building Better Readers

Ready for School Every Day

How to share the joy of reading with your child.

Homework tips and attendance policies.

Improving Memory and Thinking Skills

Summer Learning

What can be done to improve memory and thinking skills.

Summer reading and other fun activities.

Less Stressed About Tests

Surviving the Science Project: The Scientific Method

How to help your child succeed on standardized tests.

How to assist your child.

Little-Known Secrets of Paying for College

The Florida Standards Assessment

Helping parents find creative ways to paying for college.

An overview of the academic standards.

Moving Up and Ahead

The Parent Portal

Facilitating your child’s transition to kindergarten, middle, or high school.

Monitor your child’s progress and access on-line resources on the M-DCPS website.

Parents Rights and Responsibilities

Understanding Math

How to make a difference in your child’s education.

How parents can help strengthen their child’s math skills.

Parents: The Critical Link

Understanding the SAT-10 (Elementary)

The importance of parental involvement in a child’s education.

An overview of the academic standards.

The Parent Academy of Miami-Dade County Public Schools is a free family resource designed for parents, caregivers, and community members. Courses are accurate at time of publication. Childcare, food, and giveaways at select courses.

MAINTAINING A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE SERIES Beating the Stress in Our Lives

PARENTS FOR PEACE Parenting for Violence Prevention Teaching your child nonviolent social and problem-solving skills.

Stress management strategies that work.

Parenting to Prevent Bullying

Choosing A Healthy Lifestyle

How parents can protect their children from bullying.

Tips for better fitness and nutrition.

Dancing Your Way to a Healthy Life A participative experience for parents and children.

Kid Care Enrollment How to enroll your children in the state insurance program.

Positive Discipline with ENCHOR Series How parents can motivate their children.

Resolving Family Conflicts Series Peace rules, effective communication and simple mediation.

Technology and the Modern Family The dangers and advantages of social media.

Your Child’s Emotional Health Factors, signals and how to get help.

Visit parentacademymiami.com or call 305-995-2680 for course schedule.

PARENTING IN THE NEW MILLENNIUM Building Effective Communication Approaching conflicts with the aim to understand, resolve and respond.

Planning for College and Career Choices, requirements and financial aid application.

School Choice and Parental Options Addressing your child’s needs, talents and interests.

Your Child’s Amazing Brain How parents and caregivers nurture healthy brain development.

PATHWAY TO FAMILY ENHANCEMENT American Sign Language Learning to communicate with hand gestures.

Developing Your Child’s Cultural Literacy An exploration of multicultural resources in the community.

THE PARENT ACADEMY NEIGHBORHOOD RESOURCE CENTER @ PARKWAY EDUCATIONAL COMPLEX Basic Computer Skills Students will learn basic computer skills. The course consists of an introduction to basic vocabulary and terminology related to computer and word processing, Microsoft Word, the Internet, web search and email.

Pathways to Citizenship Assistance provided to complete the citizenship application.

Financial Stability Effective strategies to reach your financial goals.

Parental Involvement and Online Resources The importance of being involved in your child’s school and how to locate needed resources.

Parent Internet Café Free Internet access to members of the community. Provide assistance to establish an email account; develop a resume; and to submit an on-line job application. Hours of Operation: Monday -Thursday, 9am-7pm Friday 9am-3pm

Proud Parents Vote! Voter registration drive. Assisting qualified citizens in becoming registered voters and involving them in the democratic process.

Preparing for the Job You Want Search for a job, build a winning resume and prepare to interview.

The Parent Academy of Miami-Dade County Public Schools is a free family resource designed for parents, caregivers, and community members. Courses are accurate at time of publication. Childcare, food, and giveaways at select courses.

MI

TY

DE COU I-DA N AM

●

●

PA

THE

LIC

SCHO

OL

S

P

UB

PARENT ACADEMY

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE BABY HEAT STROKE INSTITUTE

BABY HEAT STROKE PARENT WORKSHOP

On average, 37 children die from heat-related deaths after being trapped inside vehicles. Even the best of parents or caregivers can unknowingly leave a sleeping baby in a car; and the result can be injury or even death. In this workshop, parents or caregivers will:  Learn how to prevent vehicular heat strokes in babies.  Understand the issue from a social and criminal law perspective. The Workshop will be offered this summer. For times and location, call or visit:

305.995.2680

parentacademymiami.com

MI

TY

DE COU I-DA N M A

●

●

PA

THE

LIC

SCHO

OL

S

P

UB

PARENT ACADEMY

2018 SUMMER WORKSHOPS The Parent Academy of Miami-Dade County Public Schools is a free family resource designed for parents, caregivers, and community members. Courses are accurate at time of publication. Childcare, food, and giveaways at select courses.

CONNECT WITH M-DCPS

PARENTS: THE CRITICAL LINK

Learn how to effectively navigate the school system.

DATE 7-10-18

7-17-18

7-19-18

7-26-18

7-26-18

LOCATION

TIME

Colonial Drive Elementary School

9:30 AM

10755 SW 160th Street Miami, FL 33157

English Spanish

Paul L. Dunbar K-8 Center

8:45 AM

505 NW 20 Street Miami, FL 33127

English Spanish

John G. DuPuis Elementary

9:30 AM

1150 West 59th Place Hialeah, FL 33012

English Spanish

Horace Mann Middle School

10:00 AM

505 NW 20 Street Miami, FL 33127

English Spanish

Golden Glades Elementary

2:00 PM

16520 NW 28th Avenue Miami Gardens, FL 33054

English Spanish

The importance of parental involvement in a child’s education.

DATE 7-10-18

7-12-18

7-17-18

LOCATION

TIME

John G. DuPuis Elementary

9:30 AM

1150 West 59th Place Hialeah, FL 33012

English Spanish

Golden Glades Elementary

4:00 PM

16520 NW 28th Avenue Miami Gardens, FL 33054

English Spanish

Colonial Drive Elementary School

9:00 AM

10755 SW 160th Street Miami, FL 33157

English Spanish

PARENTS RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES How to make a difference in your child’s education.

DATE 7-12-18

7-12-18

8-02-18

LOCATION

TIME

John G. DuPuis Elementary

9:30 AM

1150 West 59th Place Hialeah, FL 33012

English Spanish

Paul L. Dunbar K-8 Center

12:45 PM

505 NW 20 Street Miami, FL 33127

English Spanish

Golden Glades Elementary

2:00 PM

16520 NW 28th Avenue Miami Gardens, FL 33054

English Spanish

Visit parentacademymiami.com or call 305-995-2680 for course schedule.

PROUD PARENTS VOTE!

PREPARING FOR PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCE

Voter registration drive, assisting qualified citizens in becoming registered voters and involving them in the democratic process.

Getting the most out of meeting with your child’s teacher.

DATE

DATE

6-12-18

LOCATION The Parent Academy Neighborhood Resource Center

TIME 10:00 AM

7-30-18

2349 NW 175th Street Miami Gardens, FL 33056 6-19-18

The Parent Academy Neighborhood Resource Center

10:00 AM

2349 NW 175th Street Miami Gardens, FL 33056 6-26-18

The Parent Academy Neighborhood Resource Center

7-30-18

LOCATION

TIME

John G. DuPuis Elementary

9:30 AM

1150 West 59th Place Hialeah, FL 33012

English Spanish

Golden Glades Elementary

2:00 PM

16520 NW 28th Avenue Miami Gardens, FL 33054

English Spanish

10:00 AM

2349 NW 175th Street Miami Gardens, FL 33056 7-03-18

The Parent Academy Neighborhood Resource Center

10:00 AM

2349 NW 175th Street Miami Gardens, FL 33056 7-10-18

The Parent Academy Neighborhood Resource Center

10:00 AM

2349 NW 175th Street Miami Gardens, FL 33056 7-17-18

The Parent Academy Neighborhood Resource Center

10:00 AM

2349 NW 175th Street Miami Gardens, FL 33056 7-24-18

The Parent Academy Neighborhood Resource Center

10:00 AM

2349 NW 175th Street Miami Gardens, FL 33056

The Parent Academy of Miami-Dade County Public Schools is a free family resource designed for parents, caregivers, and community members. Courses are accurate at time of publication. Childcare, food, and giveaways at select courses.

READY FOR SCHOOL EVERY DAY

SUMMER LEARNING AND FUN IN THE FAMILY

Homework tips and attendance policies.

DATE 7-02-18

7-17-18

7-19-18

7-24-18

7-24-18

LOCATION

TIME

Paul L. Dunbar K-8 Center

8:45 AM

505 NW 20 Street Miami, FL 33127

English Spanish

John G. DuPuis Elementary

9:30 AM

1150 West 59th Place Hialeah, FL 33012

English Spanish

Golden Glades Elementary

4:00 PM

16520 NW 28th Avenue Miami Gardens, FL 33054

English Spanish

Horace Mann Middle School

10:00 AM

8950 NW 2nd Avenue El Portal, FL 33150

English Spanish

Colonial Drive Elementary School

9:00 AM

10755 SW 160th Street Miami, FL 33157

English Spanish

Summer reading and other fun activities.

DATE 6-01-18

6-04-18

6-06-18

LOCATION

TIME

Zora Neale Hurston Elementary

8:30 AM

13137 SW 26th Street Miami, FL 33175

English Spanish

South Miami Heights Elementary

9:00 AM

12231 SW 190th Terrace Miami, FL 33177

English Spanish

Riverside Elementary

8:30 AM

1190 SW 2nd Street Miami, FL 33130

English Spanish

FATHERS AND FAMILIES Actions promoting healthy communication and relationships.

DATE 6-01-18

LOCATION

TIME

Emerson Elementary

9:00 AM

8001 SW 36th Street Miami, FL 33155

English Spanish

Visit parentacademymiami.com or call 305-995-2680 for course schedule.

THE PARENT PORTAL

YOUR CHILD’S EMOTIONAL HEALTH

Monitor your child’s progress and access on-line resources on the M-DCPS website. M-DCPS Parent Portal provides parents/guardians confidential and real time access to information tied to their child, such as attendance and grades. The Parent Portal allows teachers and parents/guardians to communicate electronically so that information is shared on a regular, timely basis.

DATE 6-14-18

7-10-18

7-11-18

7-24-18

7-24-18

7-30-18

LOCATION

Learning to recognize the signs and factors of a child in need of help.

DATE 6-06-18

LOCATION

TIME

Andover Middle School

10:00 AM

121 NE 207th Street Miami Gardens, FL 33179

English Spanish

TIME

Golden Glades Elementary

4:00 PM

16520 NW 28th Avenue Miami Gardens, FL 33054

English Spanish

Colonial Drive Elementary School

9:00 AM

10755 SW 160th Street Miami, FL 33157

English Spanish

Van E. Blanton Elementary

9:00 AM

10327 NW 11th Avenue Miami, FL 33150

English Spanish

Horace Mann Middle School

10:00 AM

8950 NW 2nd Avenue El Portal, FL 33150

English Spanish

John G. DuPuis Elementary

9:30 AM

1150 West 59th Place Hialeah, FL 33012

English Spanish

Jose Marti Mast 6-12 Academy

9:00 AM

5701 West 24 Avenue Hialeah, FL 33016

Spanish

The Parent Academy of Miami-Dade County Public Schools is a free family resource designed for parents, caregivers, and community members. Courses are accurate at time of publication. Childcare, food, and giveaways at select courses.

YOUR FUTURE STARTS TODAY!

ADULT EDUCATION CLASSES  ARN A TECHNICAL E TRAINING CERTIFICATE  PREPARE FOR THE GED OR CITIZENSHIP EXAM  LEARN ENGLISH 

CALL NOW 305.558.8000

ADULTEDUCATIONWORKS.COM

SECOND LANGUAGE IMMERSION (SLI) Second Language Immersion (SLI) is a Miami-Dade County Public Schools initiative that is designed to offer adult learners an opportunity to speak a second language in a stress-free environment. The objective is to help adults learn a second language while improving prospects for employment. This program will provide adult learners with an opportunity to learn conversational strategies in a second language so they may enhance their ability to communicate personally and professionally. Through a blended learning approach, classes are designed to include language immersion instruction with fully interactive multimedia technology and hands-on-experiences. Learners will be engaged in focused activities, small group work, and enrichment activities where they can use their language skills in real-life settings within the community.

D.A. Dorsey Technical College 7100 NW 17th Avenue, Miami, FL 33147 ALL COURSES ARE AT 2:00PM

Lindsey Hopkins Technical College 750 NW 20th Street; Miami, FL 33127 ALL COURSES ARE AT 4:30PM

Miami Lakes Educational Center & Technical College 5780 NW 158th Street, Miami Lakes, FL 33014 ALL COURSES ARE AT 6:00PM

The Parent Academy @ Parkway Educational Complex (Off Campus) 2349 NW 175th Street, Miami Gardens, FL 33056 ALL COURSES ARE AT 10:00AM

DATES 6-05-18

6-07-18

6-12-18

6-14-18

6-19-18

6-21-18

6-26-18

6-28-18

7-05-18

7-10-18

7-12-18

7-17-18

7-19-18

7-24-18

7-26-18

7-31-18

The Parent Academy of Miami-Dade County Public Schools is a free family resource designed for parents, caregivers, and community members. Courses are accurate at time of publication. Childcare, food, and giveaways at select courses.

SECOND LANGUAGE IMMERSION (SLI) Robert Morgan Educational Center & Technical College 18180 SW 122nd Avenue Miami, FL 33177 ALL COURSES ARE AT 5:00PM

South Dade Technical College (Skills Center Campus) 28300 SW 152nd. Avenue Leisure City, FL 33033 ALL COURSES ARE AT 3:30PM

DATES

DATES

6-05-18

6-07-18

6-06-18

6-12-18

6-13-18

6-14-18

6-19-18

6-20-18

6-21-18

6-26-18

6-27-18

6-28-18

7-05-18

7-10-18

7-11-18

7-12-18

7-17-18

7-18-18

7-19-18

7-24-18

7-25-18

7-26-18

6-05-18

6-07-18

6-12-18

6-14-18

6-19-18

6-21-18

6-26-18

7-05-18

7-10-18

7-12-18

7-17-18

7-19-18

7-24-18

7-26-18 7-31-18

7-31-18

Visit parentacademymiami.com or call 305-995-2680 for course schedule.

LEARN CONVERSATIONAL

SPANISH FOR FREE!

ENHANCE your ability to COMMUNICATE personally and professionally! DE COU I-DA N AM

MI

TY

FOR MORE INFORMATION ●

●

PA

THE

LIC

SCHO

OL

S

P

UB

PARENT ACADEMY

305.995.2680 parentacademymiami.com

The Parent Academy of Miami-Dade County Public Schools is a free family resource designed for parents, caregivers, and community members. Courses are accurate at time of publication. Childcare, food, and giveaways at select courses.

COMPUTER LITERACY Students will learn basic computer skills. The course consists of an introduction to basic vocabulary and terminology related to computer and word processing, Microsoft Word, the Internet, web search and email.

The Parent Academy @ Parkway Educational Complex (Off Campus) 2349 NW 175 Street, Miami Gardens, FL 33056 ALL COURSES ARE AT 11:00AM CLASSES OFFERED IN ENGLISH AND CREOLE

SKILL LEVEL: BEGINNERS

DATES 6-06-18

6-11-18

6-13-18

6-20-18

6-27-18

7-11-18

7-18-18

7-25-18

SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE

DATES 6-01-18

6-15-18

6-16-18

6-17-18

6-18-18

6-19-18

6-20-18

6-21-18

6-22-18

6-29-18

7-06-18

7-13-18

7-20-18

Visit parentacademymiami.com or call 305-995-2680 for course schedule.

7-27-18

MI

TY

DE COU I-DA N AM

●

●

PA

THE

LIC

SCHO

OL

S

P

UB

PARENT ACADEMY

THE PARENT ACADEMY For more information:

305.995.2680

parentacademymiami.com

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair Dr. Martin Karp, Vice-Chair Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall Susie V. Castillo Dr. Lawrence S. Feldman Dr. Steve Gallon III Lubby Navarro Dr. Marta Pérez Mari Tere Rojas Alberto M. Carvalho, Superintendent of Schools

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adheres to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment and educational programs/activities and strives affirmatively to provide equal opportunity for all as required by: Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 - prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, or national origin. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended - prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, or national origin. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 - prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender. Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA) as amended - prohibits discrimination on the basis of age with respect to individuals who are at least 40. The Equal Pay Act of 1963 as amended - prohibits gender discrimination in payment of wages to women and men performing substantially equal work in the same establishment. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 - prohibits discrimination against the disabled. Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) - prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in employment, public service, public accommodations and telecommunications. The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA) - requires covered employers to provide up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave to “eligible” employees for certain family and medical reasons. The Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978 - prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. Florida Educational Equity Act (FEEA) - prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, gender, national origin, marital status, or handicap against a student or employee. Florida Civil Rights Act of 1992 - secures for all individuals within the state freedom from discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, or marital status. Title II of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) - prohibits discrimination against employees or applicants because of genetic information. Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act of 2002 – no public school shall deny equal access to, or a fair opportunity for groups to meet on school premises or in school facilities before or after school hours, or discriminate against any group officially affiliated with Boy Scouts of America or any other youth or community group listed in Title 36 (as a patriotic society). Veterans are provided re-employment rights in accordance with P.L. 93-508 (Federal Law) and Section 295.07 (Florida Statutes), which stipulate categorical preferences for employment. In Addition: School Board Policies 1362, 3362, 4362, and 5517 - Prohibit harassment and/or discrimination against students, employees, or applicants on the basis of sex, race, color, ethnic or national origin, religion, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, political beliefs, sexual orientation, gender, gender identification, social and family background, linguistic preference, pregnancy, citizenship status, and any other legally prohibited basis. Retaliation for engaging in a protected activity is also prohibited. For additional information contact: Office of Civil Rights Compliance (CRC), Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator, 155 N.E. 15th Street, Suite P104E, Miami, Florida 33132; Phone: (305) 995-1580 TDD: (305) 995-2400; Email: [email protected] Website: http://crc.dadeschools.net.