In the Fall of 2014, Michelle Kaiserman spearheaded a joint effort of the Garden City Public Schools, Teachers’ Association, Community Coalition, PTA, SEPTA, FOM, Friends of STEM, and The Men’s Association to sponsor and run a Parent University. The Committee includes representatives of all the sponsor groups. Our first Parent University was in February, 2015.
Parent University is an evening set-aside for parents and caregivers of children in grades Pre-K to 12 to participate in a series of workshops facilitated by area professionals and district personal. The free workshops are sponsored by community organizations, including educators, to best reflect current topics and trends. It is an opportunity to sharpen parents’ skills as we work together to raise healthy, well adjusted, and successful children. Studies prove when communities, caregivers, and educators work together to create supportive and safe environments for children to grow and learn – they thrive.
This is a wonderful event and well worth the relatively minor expenses involved. In addition to the evening itself, being part of the committee allows for the creations of contacts and friendships between the different organizations in the Village. Our current Co-President, Emily Ross is co-chair of the event for the second year.
