Parent Academy

Duval County Public Schools (DCPS) has launched a Parent Academy to promote parental involvement and enhance student achievement. Academy classes will be offered in schools, libraries, community centers, government offices, and faith-based institutions. The Parent Academy will focus on three primary tracks: Student Achievement, Parenting and Advocacy, and Personal and Individual Growth.

• Student Achievement: Workshops and activities provide parents and caregivers with tools to promote students' academic achievement and navigate the school system.
  
• Parenting & Advocacy: Workshops and activities provide tools to more effectively enhance parenting, advocacy and leadership skills.
  
• Personal & Individual Growth: Workshops and activities provide tools for supporting the personal and professional growth of parents and caregivers.

Parent Academy courses are also offered on two levels:

Foundation: Courses which address basic core concepts.

Advanced: Courses which explore concepts at a more in-depth level.

Academic advocacy and involvement by parents provide a foundation for success. Researchers have noted that family involvement and interest in a child’s education produces positive effects throughout the years, including the following:

• Increased achievement in math, reading, and science;
• Better attendance and homework completion;
• Participation in advance learning classes, additional earned credits & improved graduation rates;
• Early postsecondary education and career planning; and
• Social and behavioral gains

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For additional registration options: Call the Department of Community and Family Engagement at 904-390-2960 or email cfeinfo@duvalschools.org