Parent University

Parent University offers resources, videos, workshops, and system updates to support the needs of your family. Our program goals align with the BCPS Compass: Our Pathway to Excellence - Focus Area 4 - Community Engagement and Partnerships.

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Take a Look at Our Parent U Event Schedule!
Looking to learn more about helping your child in math or reading? Maybe you need some information on social-emotional support? Have questions about preparing for college or filling out applications? You'll want to see all of the amazing offerings on our schedule. We work with BCPS educators, central offices, and community partners to offer a library of workshops, panel discussions, support groups, and more! Check out some of the highlighted events below.

Browse our Resource Library
Parent U has organized a comprehensive library of BCPS created and community resources. We are consistently building and adding new information so check back often.

Video Library
We have compiled a list of BCPS and community-created videos for families to use when supporting their child's learning. Search the list for instructional videos, Parent U Shows, stories for preschoolers and more!

January 18, 2023
6:30 PM
Graduation Starts With Attendance
The workshop, Graduation Starts with Attendance, will provide parents with information about the importance of school attendance and give them resources to support their child’s school attendance. Register Here!

January 19, 2023
12:30 PM
Lunch & Learn: Social Media & Your Health
Priority Partners presents information on how to manage your time and mental health when it comes to social media use. Register Here!

January 26, 2023
12:30 PM
Lunch & Learn: Graduation Starts With Attendance
The workshop, Graduation Starts with Attendance, will provide parents with information about the importance of school attendance and give them resources to support their child’s school attendance. Register Here!

February 8, 2023
6:30 PM
Stop The Bleed Training
This is an IN PERSON session at Prettyboy Elementary School. All BCPS caregivers are invited to attend. Registration is free and space is limited.
Register Here!

February 15, 2023
6:30 PM
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
"Grandparents Raising Grandchildren" will identify specific needs of grandparents who are raising and/or supporting grandchildren. Topics will include the following:

Acknowledging the challenges faced by grandparents raising grandchildren.
Discussing strategies for building a home-school partnership.
Accessing resources to support student academic and social/emotional development

February 16, 2023
12:30 PM
Lunch & Learn: Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
"Grandparents Raising Grandchildren" will identify specific needs of grandparents who are raising and/or supporting grandchildren. Topics will include the following:

Acknowledging the challenges faced by grandparents raising grandchildren.
Discussing strategies for building a home-school partnership.
Accessing resources to support student academic and social/emotional development

Does your organization have a presentation that Parent University should consider offering? Please provide us information using our Proposal Form.

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