Special Programs & Parent Engagement Events

PARENT LEADERSHIP TRAINING INSTITUTE

A free Civics and Democracy Leadership Training Program for Parents

The Parent Leadership Training Institute enables parents to become advocates for children. This program helps parents develop the civic skills necessary to connect with government, analyze civic issues, and bring change. 

Training:
Parents are offered four phases of training.
1. A retreat to develop the group and define the mission;
2. A 10-week course on parent leadership;
3. A 10-week study of politics, policy and media; and
4. A community project to practice the learning within a community context.