FALL 2018 Parent Academy Catalog

Students have TEACHERS. Parents have the...PARENT ACADEMY!

Student Achievement Parenting & Advocacy Personal & Individual Growth

Visit www.duvalschools.org/ParentAcademy or call 904.390.2960 to register for courses Dates, times and locations are accurate at the time of publication; courses listed in this guide are subject to change.

Learning. Growing. PARENT Together. AC DEMY The Parent Academy of Duval County Public Schools is a FREE family resource designed for parents, caregivers and community members. 2018 Fall Schedule STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT

THE POWER OF YET Presented by: DCPS Staff Young children can learn to be confident and resilient. We will be discussing the power of the word “yet” and ATHLETICS how one simple word can help prevent failure. Instead of thinking “I can’t do it” we will be discussing ways to help children think “I can’t do it yet”. Adults and children who learn to value learning and develop a growth HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY mindset are more likely to be successful when facing a challenge. Presented by: DCPS Staff This course will be an in-depth presentation regarding Date Address Zip Code Time the athletic eligibility for high school students to Tuesday New Berlin Elementary School 32226 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. participate in sports at their school. 09/18/18 3613 New Berlin Road, Jacksonville, FL Date Address Zip Code Time Wednesday Richard L. Brown Elementary School 32206 3:15 - 4:15 p.m. 10/24/18 1535 Milnor Street, Jacksonville, FL Thursday First Coast High School 32218 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 08/30/18 590 Duval Station Road, Jacksonville, FL Wednesday Fishweir Elementary School 32205 3:15 - 4:15 p.m. 12/12/18 3977 Herschel Street, Jacksonville, FL MIDDLE SCHOOL ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY Presented by: DCPS Staff This course will be an in-depth presentation regarding the athletic eligibility for middle school students to participate in sports at their school. ELA/READING Date Address Zip Code Time FOSTERING READING AT HOME: Thursday Landmark Middle School 32225 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. GRADES K-5 09/13/18 101 Kernan Blvd. North, Jacksonville, FL Presented by: DCPS Staff This course will offer strategies in assisting children with independent or shared reading opportunities at home. EARLY LEARNING Date Address Zip Code Time CUDDLES, QUESTIONS AND Monday St. Clair Evans Academy 32208 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. CONVERSATIONS: PROMOTING 09/24/18 5443 Moncrief Road, Jacksonville, FL PRESCHOOL LANGUAGE AND Monday Elementary School 32210 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. LITERACY SKILLS 11/19/18 4010 Baltic Street, Jacksonville, FL Presented by: DCPS Staff Monday Biscayne Elementary School 32218 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Snuggling up with your preschooler to read and talk 12/10/18 12230 Biscayne Blvd., Jacksonville, FL about a book is one of the best ways to grow a great reader. This session will include strategies to expand vocabulary, develop background knowledge and foster thinking skills during this special reading time with your child. PREPARING FOR THE STANDARDS ASSESSMENT: STRATEGIES FOR MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL READING AND WRITING Date Address Zip Code Time Presented by: DCPS Staff This course will provide information and strategies to participants that will assist them with helping Thursday S.P. Livingston Primary Learning Center 32209 3:15 - 4:15 p.m. their middle and/or high school student with reading and writing in preparation for the Florida Standards 09/13/18 1128 Barber Street, Jacksonville, FL Assessment. Tuesday John Love Early Learning Center 32206 3:15 - 4:15 p.m. 11/27/18 1531 Winthrop Street, Jacksonville, FL Date Address Zip Code Time Wednesday Atlantic Coast High School 32256 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. PRESCHOOL MATH AND SCIENCE AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOOD 09/19/18 9735 R.G. Skinner Parkway, Jacksonville, FL Presented by: DCPS Staff Are you looking for a fun way to boost your preschool child’s math and science skills? Young children are Tuesday Young Men’s and Women’s Leadership Academies 32209 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. curious and eager learners. This course will discuss hands-on math and science activities for families to do 10/16/18 900 Acorn Street, Jacksonville, FL around the house and in the neighborhood. Date Address Zip Code Time facebook.com/ParentAcademyDuval Tuesday S.P. Livingston Primary Learning Center 32209 3:15 - 4:15 p.m. 11/13/18 1128 Barber Street, Jacksonville, FL Wednesday Hyde Grove Early Learning Center 32210 3:15 - 4:15 p.m. 12/05/18 2056 Lane Avenue South, Jacksonville, FL

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UNDERSTANDING THE FLORIDA STANDARDS ASSESSMENT: MIDDLE SCHOOL MATHEMATICS: PREPARING STUDENTS FOR SUCCESS ELEMENTARY READING (GRADES 3-5) Presented by: DCPS Staff Presented by: DCPS Staff Explore Digits and Eureka Math curriculum along with i-Ready resources used in schools. This course will Learn useful strategies that can be used at home to assist elementary school students in reading on the offer the latest information on curriculum updates and their impact on students. Come experience the life of Florida Standards Assessment. a student in a 6th-8th grade mathematics course.

Date Address Zip Code Time Date Address Zip Code Time Thursday Pinedale Elementary School 32254 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Thursday Twin Lakes Academy Middle School 32256 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 09/06/18 4428 Dignan Street, Jacksonville, FL 10/18/18 8050 Point Meadows Drive, Jacksonville, FL Monday Waterleaf Elementary School 32225 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Thursday Young Men’s and Women’s Leadership Academy 32209 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 10/29/18 450 Kernan Boulevard North, Jacksonville, FL 12/13/18 900 Acorn Street, Jacksonville, FL

UNDERSTANDING THE FLORIDA STANDARDS ASSESSMENT: STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS ON THE HIGH SCHOOL MATHEMATICS FSA & EOC’S Presented by: DCPS Staff ELEMENTARY WRITING (GRADES 4-5) Explore strategies for student success on the Algebra 1 and Geometry FSA/End of Course Exams. Presented by: DCPS Staff This course will offer ideas for parents and caregivers to support their child(ren) with writing activities to prepare for writing on the Florida Standards Assessment. Date Address Zip Code Time Tuesday Terry Parker High School 32211 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Date Address Zip Code Time 09/11/18 7301 Parker School Road, Jacksonville, FL Monday Cedar Hills Elementary School 32210 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Thursday Westside High School 32244 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 10/15/18 6534 Ish Brant Road, Jacksonville, FL 11/01/18 5530 Firestone Road, Jacksonville, FL Tuesday Bayview Elementary School 32210 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 11/27/18 3257 Lake Shore Blvd., Jacksonville, FL STUDENT WHAT IS I-READY TELLING ME ABOUT MY CHILD’S PERFORMANCE? Presented by: DCPS Staff ACCOUNTABILITY Learn the best utilization of the i-Ready online learning program to boost student achievement at home. & SUPPORT Date Address Zip Code Time Monday Jacksonville Beach Elementary School 32250 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. ATTENDANCE MATTERS Presented by: DCPS Staff 09/17/18 315 10th Street South, Jacksonville Beach, FL This course will provide parents/caregivers with Monday Henry F. Kite Elementary School 32208 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. information on why attendance is important for 12/03/18 9430 Lem Turner Road, Jacksonville, FL student success and the consequences for students who are absent regularly. In addition, this course will provide data and statistics to support the importance of daily school attendance.

Date Address Zip Code Time MATH Tuesday Highlands Elementary School 32218 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 09/25/18 1000 DePaul Drive, Jacksonville, FL EXPLORING ELEMENTARY Tuesday Pinedale Elementary School 32254 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. 11/06/18 4428 Dignan Street, Jacksonville, FL MATHEMATICAL MODELS Presented by: DCPS Staff This course is designed for parents to explore K-5 GRADE LEVEL MILESTONES mathematics through hands-on activities which Presented by: Best Academy/DCPS Staff will develop their own mathematical thinking and This course will address barriers parents face because of reduced communication between the parents and increase their knowledge of math strategies, while enhancing their understanding of how mathematics is schools regarding grade level transitions. taught in the classroom. Date Address Zip Code Time Date Address Zip Code Time Saturday Bethel Baptist Institutional Church 32202 9:15 - Tuesday Cedar Hills Elementary School 32210 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 09/22/18 (Historic Dining Room) 11:45 a.m. 09/18/18 6534 Ish Brant Road, Jacksonville, FL 215 Bethel Baptist Street, Jacksonville, FL Thursday Southside Estates Elementary School 32246 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. 10/04/18 9775 Ivey Road, Jacksonville, FL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Presented by: DCPS Staff Thursday Venetia Elementary School 32210 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. This course will provide high school parents/caregivers with information regarding graduation requirements 10/18/18 4300 Timuquana Road, Jacksonville, FL to obtain a high school diploma. Students are welcome to attend the course with their parents/caregivers. Tuesday Richard L. Brown Elementary School 32206 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 11/06/18 1535 Milnor Street, Jacksonville, FL Date Address Zip Code Time Thursday Sallye B. Mathis Elementary School 32208 9:30 - Monday Robert E. Lee High School 32205 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. 11/15/18 3501 Winton Drive, Jacksonville, FL 11:00 a.m. 09/10/18 1200 McDuff Avenue, Jacksonville, FL Thursday St. Clair Evans Academy 32209 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Monday William M. Raines High School 32209 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. 12/13/18 5443 Moncrief Road, Jacksonville, FL 10/22/18 3663 Raines Avenue, Jacksonville, FL

www.duvalschools.org/ParentAcademy 3 HOMEWORK HELP FOR STUDENTS AND PARENTS (COMPUTER & INTERNET ACCESS) 6 TOP INDUSTRIES FOR CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN NORTHEAST FLORIDA Presented by: DCPS - Center for Language and Culture (ESOL) Presented by: Career Source Northeast Florida This course will offer homework assistance to students and parents using online resources. It’s time to talk careers for your talented teen and maybe you, too! This course will include career paths with entry points at a variety of educational levels in the following industries: Aviation, Manufacturing, Logistics, Date Address Zip Code Time Healthcare, Finance and IT. Mondays The Center for Language and Culture (CLC) 32217 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Date Address Zip Code Time Beginning on the campus of Kings Trail Elementary Thursday Robert E. Lee High School 32205 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. 9/10/18 to 7401 Old Kings Road, South, Jacksonville, FL 09/20/18 1200 McDuff Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 12/17/18 (Excluding Thursday Frank H. Peterson Academies of Technology 32210 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Holidays) 11/29/18 7450 Wilson Blvd., Jacksonville, FL

OVERCOMING THE FEARS OF PUTTING THOUGHTS TO PAPER Presented by: Best Academy/DCPS Staff PARENTING & ADVOCACY Parents will receive information, tips, and strategies to help their students feel comfortable and confident in sharing their thoughts on paper using language arts skills and reading. Parents will use the information BECOMING A gained from this course to develop powerful Writing/Language Arts skills in their students. PARENT LEADER Date Address Zip Code Time HOW TO BECOME A DCPS Saturday Bethel Baptist Institutional Church 32202 9:15 - PARENT LEADER 10/13/18 (Historic Dining Room) 11:45 a.m. Presented by: Parent Academy Staff/DCPS 215 Bethel Baptist Street, Jacksonville, FL The Parent Academy is always looking for engaged leaders! Parent Leaders are those who will support PRIORITIZING MILESTONES IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL other parents, empower them, and advocate for the Parent Academy overall. We want you to join our team! Presented by: Parent Academy Staff/DCPS Date Address Zip Code Time Learn how to set goals to be successful through elementary school and entry into middle school. Wednesday Duval County Public Schools (District Building) 32207 12:00 - Date Address Zip Code Time 11/07/18 1701 Prudential Drive, Jacksonville, FL 1:00 p.m. Wednesday Ortega Elementary School 32210 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Duval County Public Schools (District Building) 32207 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 10/10/18 4010 Baltic Street, Jacksonville, FL 11/28/18 1701 Prudential Drive, Jacksonville, FL Thursday Highlands Elementary School 32218 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. PARENT ACADEMY PROGRAMS: ALL THAT I NEED TO KNOW! 10/25/18 1000 DePaul Drive, Jacksonville, FL Presented by: DCPS Parent Academy Staff This course will provide parents/caregivers with information about the Parent Academy and how this free Wednesday Holiday Hill Elementary School 32216 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. resource can be used to assist them. 12/12/18 6900 Altama Road, Jacksonville, FL Date Address Zip Code Time REST: RETIRED EDUCATOR AND SUPPORT TEAM Presented by: DCPS Staff Thursday The Center for Language and Culture (CLC) 32217 12:00 - Are you a retired DCPS employee or a retired educator from another county who is now living in Jacksonville? 12/06/18 on the campus of Kings Trail Elementary 1:00 p.m. Join our “Retired Educator and Support Team” by volunteering one hour each week with our students. 7401 Old Kings Road, South, Jacksonville, FL This course will explain school needs and areas where our most experienced volunteers can assist.

Date Address Zip Code Time BUILDING HEALTHY Tuesday Duval County Public Schools (District Building) 32207 10:00 a.m. - RELATIONSHIPS 08/28/18 1701 Prudential Drive, Jacksonville FL 12:00 noon ANGER MANAGEMENT AND Thursday Duval County Public Schools (District Building) 32207 10:00 a.m. - CONFLICT RESOLUTION 09/06/18 1701 Prudential Drive, Jacksonville FL 12:00 noon Presented by: DCPS Staff Thursday Duval County Public Schools (District Building) 32207 10:00 a.m. - This course will assist in obtaining knowledge on how past learning can influence present behavior. 09/13/18 1701 Prudential Drive, Jacksonville FL 12:00 noon It also will discuss current trends and how they impact potential future societal issues. Date Address Zip Code Time Tuesday S.A. Hull Elementary School 32219 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. WORKFORCE 09/25/18 7528 Hull Street, Jacksonville, FL DEVELOPMENT Tuesday One Love Christian Center 32254 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. WOMEN IN I.T. 11/13/18 2960 Edison Avenue, Jacksonville, FL Presented by: Citi Technology Professionals BABY UNIVERSITY Citi’s Women in I.T. Outreach Program aims to inspire Presented by: New Town Success Zone middle and high school girls to pursue a career in This course will focus on supporting, educating, and providing resources to parents who have children technology through confidence building, breaking ages (0-5), to ensure that their children are developmentally ready to succeed in the core areas of: stereotypes, and educating young girls about what it means to work in technology and what skills are Social and Emotional, Language and Communication, Early Learning and Literacy, Physical, needed. This course will educate parents/caregivers on the importance of exposing and encouraging our Maternal Health & Well-Being and Positive Parenting Partnerships. female youth at an early age to explore technology skills and careers. FACILITATORS WILL DISCUSS THE SUMMER PAID INTERSHIPS AVAILABLE TO FEMALE HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS! Date Address Zip Code Time Every fourth Center for the 32209 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Date Address Zip Code Time Thursday of Prevention of Health Disparities Building Wednesday Citi Campus 32258 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. the month 1401 Grunthal Street, Jacksonville, FL 10/17/18 14000 Citicards Way, Jacksonville, FL beginning 08/23/18 Monday Citi Campus 32258 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. and ending 10/29/18 14000 Citicards Way, Jacksonville, FL on 10/25/18

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BREAKFAST LEARNING SERIES HOW TO RAISE TODAY’S TEENAGERS TO BE PRODUCTIVE CITIZENS Presented by: Family Support Services Presented by: DCPS Staff This course will share helpful information while providing a networking opportunity to individuals raising This course will provide information to help keep your teen on a positive track and away from trending children and professionals who help parents. Each session covers a different topic. pitfalls such as decreased school performance, drug use, petty crimes, and sexting.

Date Address Zip Code Time Date Address Zip Code Time Wednesdays Edward Waters College 32209 9:00 - Thursday Duncan U. Fletcher High School 32266 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. 08/15/18, Schell Sweet Community Center 10:30 am. 10/11/18 700 Seagate Avenue, Neptune Beach, FL 09/19/18, 1697 Kings Road, Jacksonville, FL Continental 10/17/18, breakfast starts Thursday Middle School 32211 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. 11/21/18 at 8:30 am. 11/15/18 8141 Lone Star Road, Jacksonville, FL

CREATING A SAFE SPACE FOR LGBTQ YOUTH Presented by: DCPS Staff EDUCATION This course is designed for parents, caregivers and guardians providing a safe space in schools, homes, community agencies, and child providing agencies for LGBTQ youth. In addition, this course will promote LEGISLATION and encourage an appreciation for diversity among all families served in DCPS. It will further strengthen families with the skills to help foster stronger familial units. LEGISLATION IN EDUCATION: Date Address Zip Code Time HOW LAWS SHAPE YOUR CHILD’S Tuesday Duval County Public Schools (District Building) 32207 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE 09/18/18 1701 Prudential Drive, Jacksonville FL Presented by: DCPS Staff This course will explore myths and facts regarding policy decisions made by the local school board and the legislation passed by the Florida Legislature. FAMILY SYMPOSIUM: CONFRONTING TABOO TOPICS Facilitated and Sponsored by: St. Stephen A. M. E. Church, DCPS Staff, Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, Date Address Zip Code Time JASMYN, & Parent Academy Leaders Target Audience: Parents, caregivers, community members, and all youth/young adults who could benefit Wednesday Duval County Public Schools (District Building) 32207 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. from learning about and participating in group discussions on real-life topics in a safe space. This 10/17/18 1701 Prudential Drive, Jacksonville FL symposium is designed for families raising teens and young adult children. Both children and adults will participate in separate breakout sessions with their peers addressing cyberbullying, anger management, gun violence and creating safe spaces for LGBTQIA youth. Breakfast and lunch are provided. EXCEPTIONAL Date Address Zip Code Time STUDENT EDUCATION Saturday Darnell-Cookman Middle-High School 32209 9:15 - 1:45 p.m. 10/20/18 1701 N Davis St, Jacksonville, FL (ESE)

IT’S A GREAT IDEA! HOW TO HAVE A SUCCESSFUL FAMILY Presented by: DCPS/Parent Liaison Presented by: DCPS Staff Knowing all of us can improve, this course emphasizes self-inventory on the status of family and provides Is your child(ren) new to Exceptional Student tools to ensure success, not perfection. Education (ESE)? If so, this course is for you! Participants will receive an overview of the special education process and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). All participants will Date Address Zip Code Time receive an IEP prep binder and inserts at the training. Tuesday First Baptist Church of Oakland 32206 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. 10/09/18 1025 Jessie Street, Jacksonville, FL Date Address Zip Code Time Tuesday Spring Park Elementary School 32207 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Tuesday Parent Services FDLRS/Child Find Exceptional 32207 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. 12/04/18 2250 Spring Park Road, Jacksonville, FL 09/04/18 Education DCPS 4124 Boulevard Center Drive, Bldg. 4600 HEALTHY MINDS, HEALTHY KIDS Jacksonville, FL Presented by: DCPS Staff This course will discuss mental health awareness and provide parents with information on how to access Wednesday Palm Avenue Exceptional Student Center 32254 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. and understand the importance of school and community-based resources to serve the WHOLE child. 10/17/18 1301 W. Palm Avenue, Jacksonville, FL

Date Address Zip Code Time WHAT DOES INCLUSION LOOK LIKE? Wednesday Sallye B. Mathis Elementary School 32208 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Presented by: DCPS/FDLRS Child Find 09/05/18 3501 Winton Drive, Jacksonville, FL If your child has an IEP and is served in the general education classroom, this training is for you! Thursday Victory Pointe Housing Community 32205 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. 10/18/18 6750 Ramona Blvd., Jacksonville, FL Date Address Zip Code Time Thursday Loretto Elementary School 32223 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Tuesday Parent Services FDLRS/Child Find Exceptional 32207 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. 11/01/18 3900 Loretto Road, Jacksonville, FL 10/23/18 Education DCPS Thursday Abess Park Elementary School 32225 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. 4124 Boulevard Center Drive, Bldg. 4600 12/06/18 12731 Abess Blvd., Jacksonville, FL Jacksonville, FL

www.duvalschools.org/ParentAcademy 5 PARENTING & ADVOCACY PERSONAL & INDIVIDUAL GROWTH FINANCIAL LITERACY SAFETY & PREVENTION BUILDING AND RE-BUILDING YOUR CREDIT Presented by: Real Sense for Prosperity BE SMART WITH YOUR KIDS’ SMARTPHONE Techniques to build your credit or increase your Presented by: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) credit score. FBI Special Agents who investigate crimes against children will reveal the latest technology and social Date Address Zip Code Time media apps that offenders are using to target and manipulate local kids. This eye-opening presentation features real-life cases from the Jacksonville area, Thursday Webb Wesconnett Regional Library 32210 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. and will help parents/caregivers know what to look for. 09/13/18 (Meeting Room B) 6887 103rd Street, Jacksonville, FL

Date Address Zip Code Time CHARGE IT RIGHT Tuesday Westview K-8 School 32210 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Presented by: Real Sense for Prosperity 09/11/18 5270 Connie Jean Road, Jacksonville, FL Participants will understand how to use a credit card responsibly and what to do when a credit card is lost Tuesday New Berlin Elementary School 32226 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. or stolen. To achieve this objective, the participants will be able to: 10/30/18 3613 New Berlin Road, Jacksonville, FL • Define credit. • Explain why credit is important. Tuesday Middle School 32257 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. • Describe the purpose of credit cards. 11/13/18 5100 Hood Road, Jacksonville, FL • Determine if you are ready to apply for a credit card. • Determine which credit card is best suited for you. Tuesday Bartram Springs Elementary School 32258 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. • Identify the factors creditors look for when making credit decisions. 12/11/18 14799 Bartram Springs Parkway, Jacksonville, FL • Describe how to use a credit card responsibly. • Identify the steps to take when a credit card is lost or stolen.

CREATING SAFE AND SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENTS/BULLY FREE Date Address Zip Code Time Presented by: DCPS Staff This course will review the warning signs and descriptions of behavior associated with bullying for both the Thursday Regency Square Branch Library 32225 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. victim and the bully, the laws associated with bullying, and DCPS policies and procedures. This course will 09/20/18 9900 Regency Square Blvd., Jacksonville, FL also provide a description of a safe and supportive environment, while offering resources for both students and their parents. ECONOMIC GROWTH Presented by: New Town Success Zone Date Address Zip Code Time This course will offer information about developing best business practices and offer information on how to Thursday Reynolds Lane Elementary School 32254 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. gain financial support and resources throughout the Northeast Florida community. 10/4/18 840 Reynolds Lane, Jacksonville, FL Date Address Zip Code Time Tuesday Chimney Lakes Elementary School 32244 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. 10/16/18 9353 Staples Mill Drive, Jacksonville, FL Every third Edward Waters College 32209 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Monday of Health Disparities Building the month 1401 Grunthal Street, Jacksonville, FL TOOLS FOR EFFECTIVE beginning 08/20/18 COMMUNICATION and ending on 12/17/18 (excluding PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCE: holidays) A SOLUTION-FOCUSED APPROACH TO BUILDING PARTNERSHIP IN YOUR COUPONING BASICS CHILD’S EDUCATION Presented by: Real Sense for Prosperity Presented by: DCPS Staff Course participants will learn how to approach conferences from a solution-focused perspective. Whether Keys to Saving Money! Know your prices and learn about savings programs and coupons. the desired outcome is improved reading ability or behavior, the goal is to discuss solutions that help your child when he or she experiences difficulty. At the end of the course, parents will be empowered and Date Address Zip Code Time equipped with tools to build partnerships with teachers so that they can work together to implement a plan that will help the child reach and maintain success. Monday Webb Wesconnett Regional Library 32210 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. 12/10/18 (Meeting Room B), 6887 103rd Street, Jacksonville, FL Date Address Zip Code Time Tuesday Duval County Public Schools (District Building) 32207 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. GIFT OF GOOD SENSE 10/9/18 1701 Prudential Drive, Jacksonville FL Presented by: Real Sense for Prosperity This course will provide great ideas for financial planning of the holidays to avoid holiday hangover. Participants will learn how to develop a plan to set an amount, plan for gifts, events, decorations, payment UNDERSTANDING AND COPING WITH GRIEF options, shopping tips, etc. (Participants will share their plans) Presented by: Parent Academy Staff/DCPS Grief affects every individual in different ways from physical, emotional, psychological etc. This course will Date Address Zip Code Time provide information on the stages of grief and strategies on how to cope with it. Thursday Regency Square Branch Library 32225 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. 11/08/18 9900 Regency Square Blvd., Jacksonville, FL Date Address Zip Code Time Thursday Webb Wesconnett Regional Library 32210 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Wednesday Florida Baptist Children’s Home 32211 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. 11/15/18 (Meeting Room B), 11/14/18 2300 Bartram Road, Jacksonville, FL 6887 103rd Street, Jacksonville, FL

6 www.duvalschools.org/ParentAcademy LOAN TO OWN Presented by: Real Sense for Prosperity LANGUAGE & CULTURE Participants will understand the characteristics of consumer installment loans. AMERICAN HISTORY EMERGENT Date Address Zip Code Time COURSE/US CITIZENSHIP PREPARATION TEST Thursday Webb Wesconnett Regional Library 32210 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Presented by: DCPS - Center for Language 08/16/18 (Meeting Room B), and Culture (ESOL) 6887 103rd Street, Jacksonville, FL Monthly workshops to support ESOL parents/ caregivers to successfully pass their citizenship test.

Date Address Zip Code Time CAREER READINESS/ Thursdays The Center for Language and Culture (CLC) 32217 12:00 - 09/20/18, on the campus of Kings Trail Elementary 1:30 p.m. BUSINESS BASICS 10/18/18, 7401 Old Kings Road, South, Jacksonville, FL 11/01/18, JOB READINESS: 12/20/18 WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM Presented by: Catholic Charities ROSETTA STONE: LEARN ENGLISH/SPANISH Looking for a job? This course will assist the Presented by: DCPS - Center for Language and Culture (ESOL) unemployed or underemployed achieve financial At your own pace, learn English or Spanish using the individualized Rosetta Stone software. stability through career counseling; job readiness, financial and computer literacy training; supportive services; and referrals to employer partners. Date Address Zip Code Time • You must be 18 years of age or older Beginning The Center for Language and Culture (CLC) 32217 Mondays • Eligible to work in the US • Meet Section 8 Household Income Limits. Courses are held once a month for a week. 09/04/18 to on the campus of Kings Trail Elementary 10:00 a.m. - For more information call (904) 900-7943 or email [email protected]. 12/20/18 7401 Old Kings Road, South, Jacksonville, FL 12:00pm (excluding holidays) Tuesdays SUCCESSFULLY LANDING THE RIGHT JOB 10:00 a.m. - Presented by: DCPS Staff 12:00pm; Prepare to successfully land the right job, create the right resume, and handle tough questions in a job 4:00 - 5:30 p.m.; interview. and/or 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Date Address Zip Code Time Thursdays Monday MaliVai Washington Youth Foundation 32209 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.- 09/24/18 1096 West 6th Street, Jacksonville, FL 12:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. Monday The Center for Prevention of Health Disparities 32209 9:00 - Every West Riverside Elementary School 32205 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. 11/05/18 1401 Grunthal Street, Jacksonville, FL 10:00 a.m. Tuesday 2801 Herschel Street, Jacksonville, FL beginning THE FOUNDATIONS OF ESTABLISHING A BUSINESS 09/11/18 to Presented by: Parent Academy Staff/DCPS 12/18/18 This course will provide participants with the basic information on starting a small business. Participants will (excluding receive information on how to obtain a business license, how to get resources to start a business and begin holidays) writing your business plan within this course.

Date Address Zip Code Time THE IMMIGRANT GUIDE: WHAT EVERY IMMIGRANT NEEDS TO KNOW/ROSETTA STONE Thursday Victory Pointe Housing Community 32205 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Presented by: DCPS - Center for Language and Culture (ESOL) 09/20/18 6750 Ramona Blvd., Jacksonville, FL Important information for Immigrants and assistance with learning English/Spanish at your own pace using the individualized Rosetta Stone software. Date Address Zip Code Time Beginning The Center for Language and Culture (CLC) 32217 10:00 a.m. - DADS GETTING 09/10/18 to on the campus of Kings Trail Elementary 12:00 p.m. INVOLVED 12/17/18 7401 Old Kings Road, South, Jacksonville, FL (Mondays excluding DAD ALL DAY (D.A.D.) holidays) Presented by: New Town Success Zone The D.A.D. course is open to dads of all ages with children of all ages. Dads will learn ways to nurture WOMEN’S CIRCLE Presented by: DCPS - Center for Language and Culture (ESOL) and be actively involved in their children’s lives, A networking opportunity to empower women! Share with us your services, abilities, skills, and empower as well as, developing effective fathering skills, improving communication, and developing professionally. other ladies in a relaxing and safe environment.

Date Address Zip Code Time Date Address Zip Code Time Thursdays Edward Waters College Center for Prevention 32209 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Fridays The Center for Language and Culture (CLC) 32217 10:00 - 09/13/18, Health Disparities Building 09/21/18, on the campus of Kings Trail Elementary 11:30 a.m. 10/11/18, 1401 Grunthal Street, Jacksonville, FL 10/12/18, 7401 Old Kings Road, South, Jacksonville, FL 11/08/18, 11/16/18, 12/13/18 12/14/18 www.duvalschools.org/ParentAcademy 7 LEADERSHIP TECHNOLOGY & DEVELOPMENT COMPUTER SKILLS

MAKING A DIFFERENCE JPL COMPUTER COURSES LEADERSHIP PROGRAM Presented by: Magnolia Project The Make a Difference! Leadership Academy is a INTERNET SAFETY AND SECURITY 16-week course that trains grassroots leaders to Presented by: Jacksonville Public Library make an impact in their communities. The goal of the Leadership Academy is to inspire and support the Learn how to create secure passwords, avoid efforts of local residents to make changes in neighborhood factors that contribute to disparities in health internet scams, and evaluate websites in order to surf the web safely. and birth outcomes. Date Address Zip Code Time *Dinner and childcare will be provided. Those who successfully complete the course will be included in the graduation event. Thursday Beaches Branch Library 32266 10:30 a.m. - 09/06/18 600 3rd Street, Neptune Beach, FL 12:00 noon Date Address Zip Code Time Thursday Southeast Regional Library 32256 2:30 - 4:00 p.m Every The Magnolia Project (Pearl Plaza) 32208 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. 09/13/18 10599 Deerwood Park Blvd, Jacksonville, FL Tuesday 5300 N. Pearl Street, Jacksonville, FL Wednesday West Branch Library 32221 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. beginning on 09/19/18 1425 Chaffee Road South, Jacksonville, FL 08/21/18 and ending Tuesday Highlands Regional Library 32218 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. on 12/04/18 09/25/18 1826 Dunn Avenue, Jacksonville, FL

VISION KEEPERS INTERNET FOR ADULTS 50+ Presented by: New Town Success Zone Presented by: Jacksonville Public Library Participants of these sessions will collaborate with a highly engaged group of community members that This course explains the concepts of the Internet, URLs, browsers and the World Wide Web. are dedicated to developing leadership and advocacy skills to successfully achieve the goals and initiatives Get tips on safe and secure Internet usage. of our neighborhoods. Date Address Zip Code Time Date Address Zip Code Time Thursday Beaches Branch Library 32266 10:30 a.m. - Every first Edward Waters College Center for the 32209 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. 08/23/18 600 3rd Street, Neptune Beach, FL 12:00 noon and third Prevention of Health Disparities Building Thursday of 1401 Grunthal Street, Jacksonville, FL Wednesday West Branch Library 32221 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. the month 09/12/18 1425 Chaffee Road South, Jacksonville, FL beginning 08/16/18 INTRODUCTION TO CODING and ending Presented by: Jacksonville Public Library on 12/6/18 You can learn to code! This course will cover the basic principles in computer coding and introduce you to (Excluding the most common coding languages. Learn about free resources you can use to begin coding the right way. holidays) Date Address Zip Code Time Friday Main Library (e-classroom 124) 32202 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. PUBLIC SPEAKING 08/24/18 303 N. , Jacksonville, FL

CODING: PYTHON 1 SPEAKING WITH CONFIDENCE Presented by: Jacksonville Public Library Presented by: DCPS Staff This course will teach participants how to maximize Python is a fairly simple, common programming language that can be used in a wide variety of ways. their potential by networking, perfecting their public Learn the basics of this excellent language and learn how to begin coding in Python using free resources. speaking skills and ensuring an unforgettable first We recommend you have good keyboarding and mouse skills to get the most out of this course. impression. Date Address Zip Code Time Date Address Zip Code Time Tuesday Southeast Regional Library 32256 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Tuesday One Love Christian Center 32254 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. 08/28/18 10599 Deerwood Park Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 10/02/18 2960 Edison Avenue, Jacksonville, FL Friday Main Library (e-classroom 124) 32202 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Tuesday WellCare, Inc. 32205 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 09/07/18 303 N. Laura Street, Jacksonville, FL 12/11/18 5115 Normandy Blvd. Suite 1, Jacksonville, FL

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8 www.duvalschools.org/ParentAcademy CODING: PYTHON 2 MS OFFICE 2010: WORD 3 Presented by: Jacksonville Public Library Presented by: Jacksonville Public Library This course continues to delve into Python. Learn about coding fundamentals such as how to structure Participants will learn about even more advanced MS Word functions such as mail merge, table of contents, functions, use true/false and if/else in your program, and more. We recommend you have good keyboarding advanced formatting, headers, footers and much more. and mouse skills to get the most out of this course. Date Address Zip Code Time Date Address Zip Code Time Friday Highlands Regional Library 32218 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Saturday Southeast Regional Library 32256 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. 08/24/18 1826 Dunn Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 08/18/18 10599 Deerwood Park Blvd., Jacksonville, FL Wednesday South Mandarin Branch Library 32223 10:30 a.m. - Tuesday Southeast Regional Library 32256 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. 09/12/18 12125 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 12:00 noon 09/04/18 10599 Deerwood Park Blvd., Jacksonville, FL Thursday Pablo Creek Regional Library 32246 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Friday Main Library (e-classroom 124) 32202 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. 09/13/18 13295 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 09/21/18 303 N. Laura Street, Jacksonville, FL Monday Mandarin Branch Library 32257 10:30 a.m. - MOBILE DEVICES FOR ADULTS 50+ 09/17/18 3330 Kori Road, Jacksonville, FL 12:00 noon Presented by: Jacksonville Public Library Wednesday Main Library (e-classroom 124) 32202 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Do you have a tablet, e-reader, smartphone or other electronic devices? Attend this course to obtain information 09/26/18 303 N. Laura Street, Jacksonville, FL on how to use your new device. Learn how to get the most out of your new device during your daily use. MS OFFICE 2010: EXCEL 1 Date Address Zip Code Time Presented by: Jacksonville Public Library Thursday Mandarin Branch Library 32257 10:30 a.m. - Learn to create a simple spreadsheet using formulas and formatting. Create a basic workbook, navigate 08/30/18 3330 Kori Road, Jacksonville, FL 12:00 noon between worksheets, become familiar with Excel ribbon and menus, be able to format columns, rows, and cells, and be able to create and use formulas. Friday South Mandarin Branch Library 32223 10:30 a.m. - 09/07/18 12125 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 12:00 noon Date Address Zip Code Time Wednesday Branch Library 32207 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Wednesday Highlands Regional Library 32218 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. 09/12/18 1513 LaSalle Street, Jacksonville, FL 08/15/18 1826 Dunn Avenue, Jacksonville, FL MS OFFICE 2010: WORD 1 Sunday Main Library (e-classroom 124) 32202 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Presented by: Jacksonville Public Library 08/19/18 303 N. Laura Street, Jacksonville, FL Participants will learn to open the program and find basic functions (Office button, ribbon, help menu). Thursday Pablo Creek Regional Library 32246 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Learn to create, edit, save and print document. Instruction includes formatting text, cut, copy, paste 08/23/18 13295 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville, FL and using spelling and grammar tools. Tuesday Beaches Branch Library 32266 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Date Address Zip Code Time 09/04/18 600 3rd Street, Neptune Beach, FL Friday South Mandarin Branch Library 32223 10:30 a.m. - Tuesday Mandarin Branch Library 32257 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. 08/17/18 12125 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 12:00 noon 09/04/18 3330 Kori Road, Jacksonville, FL Wednesday Pablo Creek Regional Library 32246 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Monday Pablo Creek Regional Library 32246 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. 09/05/18 13295 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 09/10/18 13295 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville, FL Thursday Mandarin Branch Library 32257 10:30 a.m. - Friday South Mandarin Branch Library 32223 10:30 a.m. - 09/06/18 3330 Kori Road, Jacksonville, FL 12:00 noon 09/14/18 12125 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 12:00 noon Sunday Main Library (e-classroom 124) 32202 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Saturday Pablo Creek Regional Library 32246 10:30 a.m. - 09/09/18 303 N. Laura Street, Jacksonville, FL 09/15/18 13295 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 12:00 noon Monday Regency Square Branch Library 32225 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Thursday Dallas Graham Branch Library 32209 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. 09/10/18 9900 Regency Square Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 09/27/18 2304 Myrtle Avenue North, Jacksonville, FL Wednesday Highlands Regional Library 32218 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. 09/19/18 1826 Dunn Avenue, Jacksonville, FL MS OFFICE 2010: EXCEL 2 Presented by: Jacksonville Public Library Thursday Pablo Creek Regional Library 32246 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Create formulas that are more complex. Work with basic functions such as sorting data, filtering data, 09/27/18 13295 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville, FL and creating charts. Completion of the Excel 1 class or previous experience with MS Excel is highly recommended. MS OFFICE 2010: WORD 2 Presented by: Jacksonville Public Library Participants will learn about more advanced Microsoft Word functions such as bulleted and numbered lists, columns, tables and images. Date Address Zip Code Time Wednesday Highlands Regional Library 32218 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Date Address Zip Code Time 08/22/18 1826 Dunn Avenue, Jacksonville, FL Friday South Mandarin Branch Library 32223 10:30 a.m. - Sunday Main Library (e-classroom 124) 32202 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. 08/24/18 12125 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 12:00 noon 08/26/18 303 N. Laura Street, Jacksonville, FL Wednesday Pablo Creek Regional Library 32246 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Tuesday Beaches Branch Library 32266 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. 09/12/18 13295 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 09/11/18 600 3rd Street, Neptune Beach, FL Thursday Mandarin Branch Library 32257 10:30 a.m. - Tuesday Mandarin Branch Library 32257 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. 09/13/18 3330 Kori Road, Jacksonville, FL 12:00 noon 09/11/18 3330 Kori Road, Jacksonville, FL Monday Regency Square Branch Library 32225 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Monday Pablo Creek Regional Library 32246 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. 09/17/18 9900 Regency Square Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 09/17/18 13295 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville, FL Wednesday Highlands Regional Library 32218 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Friday South Mandarin Branch Library 32223 10:30 a.m. - 09/26/18 1826 Dunn Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 09/21/18 12125 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 12:00 noon www.duvalschools.org/ParentAcademy 9 MS OFFICE 2010: EXCEL 3 WEB DESIGN: BASIC HTML Presented by: Jacksonville Public Library Presented by: Jacksonville Public Library Learn more functions and features in MS Excel 2010 to retrieve and analyze data. Learn how to use the Beginning with basic HTML, participants will learn how to begin coding their own website. In this course, VLOOKUP function, create PivotTables and Pivot Charts, create Sparklines, use conditional formatting, participants will discuss coding elements in HTML, including images and links. and more. Date Address Zip Code Time Date Address Zip Code Time Tuesday Mandarin Branch Library 32257 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. Thursday Mandarin Branch Library 32257 10:30 a.m. - 08/14/18 3330 Kori Road, Jacksonville, FL 08/16/18 3330 Kori Road, Jacksonville, FL 12:00 noon Saturday Southeast Regional Library 32256 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. Wednesday Highlands Regional Library 32218 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. 08/25/18 10599 Deerwood Park Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 08/29/18 1826 Dunn Avenue, Jacksonville, FL Thursday University Park Branch Library 32277 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Tuesday Beaches Branch Library 32266 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. 09/13/18 3435 University Blvd. North, Jacksonville, FL 09/18/18 600 3rd Street, Neptune Beach, FL Friday Main Library (e-classroom 124) 32202 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Tuesday Mandarin Branch Library 32257 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. 09/28/18 303 N. Laura Street, Jacksonville, FL 09/18/18 3330 Kori Road, Jacksonville, FL Friday South Mandarin Branch Library 32223 10:30 a.m. - WEB DESIGN: CASCADING STYLE SHEETS (CSS) 09/28/18 12125 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 12:00 noon Presented by: Jacksonville Public Library This course will provide information on CSS style sheets and how they can improve HTML Web page design and functionality. Participants will understand the differences between CSS and HTML and, with practice, MS OFFICE 2010: EXCEL 4 be able to implement both on websites. Presented by: Jacksonville Public Library Learn how to clean up worksheets by finding duplicates, using Data Validation, and using the TRIM function. Students will also learn more tips and functions to save time and be more productive. Attendance to a Date Address Zip Code Time previous Excel class or previous Excel experience is highly recommended. Tuesday Mandarin Branch Library 32257 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. 08/21/18 3330 Kori Road, Jacksonville, FL Date Address Zip Code Time Saturday Southeast Regional Library 32256 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. Sunday Main Library (e-classroom 124) 32202 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. 09/01/18 10599 Deerwood Park Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 09/16/18 303 N. Laura Street, Jacksonville, FL Thursday University Park Branch Library 32277 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Tuesday Beaches Branch Library 32266 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. 09/27/18 3435 University Blvd. North, Jacksonville, FL 09/25/18 600 3rd Street, Neptune Beach, FL Tuesday Mandarin Branch Library 32257 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. WEB DESIGN: RESPONSIVE DESIGN 09/25/18 3330 Kori Road, Jacksonville, FL Presented by: Jacksonville Public Library This course will explore the basics of responsive design. Participants will learn how to implement these basics on their website so that it will look great on a tablet, phone or PC. MS OFFICE 2010: POWERPOINT 1 Presented by: Jacksonville Public Library Create a simple presentation, create, edit and save slides and slide shows. You will learn to insert clip art, Date Address Zip Code Time apply designs, work with views and run a slide show. Tuesday Mandarin Branch Library 32257 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. 08/28/18 3330 Kori Road, Jacksonville, FL Saturday Southeast Regional Library 32256 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. Date Address Zip Code Time 09/08/18 10599 Deerwood Park Blvd., Jacksonville, FL Saturday Pablo Creek Regional Library 32246 10:30 a.m. - 08/18/18 13295 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 12:00 noon Tuesday Bradham and Brooks Branch Library 32208 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. 08/21/18 1755 Edgewood Avenue West, Jacksonville, FL Wednesday Pablo Creek Regional Library 32246 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. 08/22/18 13295 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville, FL Tuesday Highlands Regional Library 32218 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. 08/28/18 1826 Dunn Avenue, Jacksonville, FL Tuesday Beaches Branch Library 32266 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. 08/28/18 600 3rd Street, Neptune Beach, FL Monday Pablo Creek Regional Library 32246 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. 09/24/18 13295 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville, FL

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10 www.duvalschools.org/ParentAcademy TECHNOLOGY & WELLNESS & COMPUTER SKILLS NUTRITION (IN ESPANOL) NTSZ URBAN FARM-ACY Presented by: New Town Success Zone COMO VENDER USANDO EL INTERNET This course promotes healthy eating and teaches Presented by: Jacksonville Public Library participants how to cook healthy meals through Esta clase introduce los conceptos y practicas TEAM focused activities. de vender usando el Internet, usando servicios como EBAY, Amazon market place, Craigslist, y Etsy. Como crear y manejar cuentas, y como evitar fraudes. Date Address Zip Code Time Every first Edward Waters College 32209 8:30 - Date Address Zip Code Time Saturday of Center for the Prevention of 11:30 a.m. the month Health Disparities Building Miercoles Southeast Regional Library 32256 11:00 a.m. - beginning 09/05/18 10599 Deerwood Park Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 12:30 p.m. 09/08/18 1401 Grunthal Street, Jacksonville, FL and ending Miercoles South Mandarin Branch Library 32223 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. on 12/08/18 09/05/18 12125 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL Viernes Webb Wesconnett Regional Library 32210 10:30 a.m. - WELLNESS RX 09/07/18 6887 103rd Street, Jacksonville, FL 12:00 noon Presented by: New Town Success Zone and Mayo Clinic Course participants will gain information from health professionals and medical providers on medication safety, ALTERNATIVAS GRATIS A MICROSOFT OFFICE cardiovascular health, smoking cessation, diabetes, mental health, financial literacy and more. After the 4th Presented by: Jacksonville Public Library Saturday Wellness Rx course, participants will receive healthy foods provided by Feeding Northeast Florida. Descubra alternativas Gratis al popular Microsoft Office, como Libre Office, Google Docs y otros. eran como pueden tener las funciones más importantes de Office sin el costo. Date Address Zip Code Time Every first Edward Waters College 32209 Tuesdays Date Address Zip Code Time Tuesday Center for the Prevention of 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. and fourth Health Disparities Building Miercoles Southeast Regional Library 32256 11:00 a.m. - Saturday of 09/12/18 10599 Deerwood Park Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 12:30 p.m. the month 1401 Grunthal Street, Jacksonville, FL Saturdays 10:00 - Miercoles South Mandarin Branch Library 32223 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. beginning 08/25/18 11:00 a.m. 09/12/18 12125 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL and ending on 12/4/18. ATTENTION C/O 2019 $500 SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY! The Parent Academy is awarding a $500 scholarship in May of 2019. Students and parents/guardians must meet the requirements listed below.

Students must submit the following: Proof of enrollment in a Duval County Public School for the 2018-19 SUBMISSION & DEADLINES school year Application and supporting documents are due on or Official high school transcript with a minimum unweighted GPA of 2.5 before Friday, May 10, 2019. The application may be Documentation of at least 25 hours of community service found via a link on the Parent Academy website in Proof of acceptance into post-secondary institution the spring. Letter of recommendation from community member Letter of recommendation from a school-based employee Please visit duvalschools.org/ParentAcademy or An essay using the following prompt: “Why is parent/guardian email [email protected] for more involvement important to student success?” details. Proof of at least 3 Parent Academy Courses attended by your parent/guardian during the 2018-2019 school year GUIDELINES

www.duvalschools.org/ParentAcademy 11 Family Engagement Month November 2018 During the month of November, we encourage you to try at least one family activity each day. Below are some ideas or you can make up some of your own!

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 NATIONAL FAMILY REGISTER! READING IS For free activities to do with your children in the month of November, please visit LITERACY DAY Take a look at the FUNDAMENTAL! www.visitjacksonville.com/kids-free-november/ Visit your local library Parent Academy course Get your library card or bookstore and read catalog and register for today! For library info together. a course today! visit: duvalschools.org/ jaxpubliclibrary.org parentacademy 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 UNPLUG! GET INVOLVED! NATIONAL ELECTION BECOME A LEADER! NATIONAL PARENTS EXPLORE! CONNECT! Ask your child to plan Consider joining the DAY We want energetic AS TEACHERS DAY Connect with other Talk with your child a day with no PTA, PTO, and/or Have a family conver- LEADERS! To become You are your child’s parents and plan about how schoolwork electronics. Consider parent involvement sation around the a parent leader, first and most influen- educational activities can apply to everyday books, board games, committee at your importance of civic register for the Parent tial teacher. Teach them such as a trip to a life. or puzzles. child’s school. engagement. Leader course today. something new today. museum. 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 VETERAN’S DAY VETERAN’S DAY ENGAGE! NATIONAL CAREER NATIONAL PARENTAL LISTEN! GET INVOLVED! Talk to your child (OBSERVED) Schedule a parent DEVELOPMENT DAY INVOLVEMENT DAY Listen to and discuss Plan a day to help about Veteran’s Day Attend the Veteran’s conference to ask the Explore and discuss Visit your child’s different types of others. Volunteer and why we honor Day Parade in Down- teacher what your child is career interests and school to sign the music. together at a local veterans. town Jacksonville. learning and how you can possibilities with your Family Engagement organization of your *NO SCHOOL* support learning at home. child. Pledge. choice. 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 MAKE MEMORIES! GET INFORMED! LET’S PLAN! CONNECT! THANKSGIVING FIX IT! TOGETHERNESS! Flip through old family Browse the news and Invite your child to Use “downtime” in the Talk about things for Choose a project in or Participate in your photo albums. Tell discuss current help you write the car or go on a walk and which your family is around your home - child’s favorite hobby. stories about your events. gorcery list, shop, and ask your child to talk grateful. fixing, improving, or family’s history and plan meals. about something beautifying. Involve answer your children’s exciting they’re learning your child in all phases questions. in school. of the project. 25 26 27 28 29 30 SHARE! WHAT’S NEXT? CONNECT! LISTEN! ENGAGE! BE ADVENTUROUS! Tell your child about Talk with your child Watch your favorite Have your child tell you Make it a habit to Plan a day to try your favorite teacher. about their college TV show together and about their favorite review a discuss something new with and/or career interests. discuss the main memory. Listening is the homework and the entire family! Spend time researching event. #1 thing a parent can do learning regularly. it together. to support their child.

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