What is Parents As Teachers?
Parents As Teachers (PAT) is an early childhood parent education program for parents of children birth to 5 years.

Who is eligible for Parents As Teachers?
Any parent who resides within the USD 308, 309, & 313 School District's boundaries with a child between the ages of birth to five.

Is the program targeted to one special group?
No, the program is for all families of young children. Single parents, first-time parents, teen parents, and families with special concerns are given special attention.

What is the program cost to families?
PAT is free to all participating families.

If it is free to the families, who pays for the program?
The PAT program is supported by a grant from the Kansas State Department of Education and local school district funds.

Can older siblings attend playgroups?
Yes! Although they are designed for infants and toddlers, older children are more than welcome to attend the playgroups, just please keep in mind that parents must supervise all of the children that they bring to playgroup.

What is a Parent Educator?
A parent educator is a professional with an educational background and/or experience in early childhood education, child development, social work, psychology, or other related fields who is certified by the Parents As Teachers National Center. A Parent Educator must recertify yearly.

How often do Parent Educator's visit families in their homes?
Parent Educators visit families once a month or more, according to the families' needs.

Are there any materials parents are required to purchase if they participate?
No. Parent Educators will however give ideas of low-cost items that many households may already have on hand. We also have a lending library that is free to all families that has a wide range of child and parent materials. We also have packets, which are themed ranging from colors, a new baby, to potty training.

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