DCPS Parent Academy. A nationally recognized program for families

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The Parent Academy program of Duval County Public Schools is a FREE family resource that promotes parental involvement, enhances student achievement, and supports a caregiver's need for personal and individual growth. Parent Academy webinars are offered virtually through Microsoft Teams.

Parent Academy Webinars Focus on Three Areas

Student Achievement

Webinars and activities provide parents and caregivers with the necessary tools to promote student academic achievement as well as provide support in navigating the school system. 

Parenting & Advocacy

Webinars and activities provide innovative tools and strategies to effectively enhance parenting, student advocacy, and leadership skills.   

Personal & Individual Growth

Webinars and activities provide empowering information, motivation, and encouragement for the personal and professional growth of parents and caregivers.

"Be Smart Online"

Child predators can easily misrepresent themselves online. Learn how to better protect our local kids. Join #FBI Jacksonville and Duval County Schools on January 14th at 6:30pm for our "Be Smart Online" event at Kernan Middle School. This event is FREE and open to all. We look forward to seeing you there!

Parents can register and submit questions in advance here: https://bit.ly/BeSmartOnline2026

Catch the interviews about this event below:

WOVV News Interview

News4Jax Interview

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December 4 | 12 pm

Gifted Programs 101

Are you curious about how students are identified as gifted learners? This informative webinar will share common characteristics of gifted children, how to nominate your child for gifted screening, the evaluation process, and an overview of available programs.

Duval Schools’ Gifted Department

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