Parent University
NEXT UP: March 25: In-Person Workshop – Social Media & Digital Wellness
See promotional flyer!
The Empowered Parents University (EPU) is a district-wide family engagement initiative designed to equip parents, guardians, and caregivers with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to support student success at home, in school, and in the community.
Delivered by Ready Set Grow Academy and managed by the district's Family & Community Engagement team, EPU provides culturally responsive, research-based workshops that strengthen home-school partnerships, promote academic achievement, and empower families as educational advocates and leaders.
Program Goals
- Strengthen family engagement and collaboration between home and school.
- Equip parents with practical tools to support student achievement.
- Address topics such as mental health, communication, leadership, and financial literacy.
- Celebrate and empower diverse families as partners in education.
Empowering Parent University Information Letters
EPU Workshop Schedule
All sessions begin at 7 PM | Combination of virtual and in-person sessions
Fall 2025 (Nov–Dec) -COMPLETED
- Nov 18: Kickoff Session (In Person, District-wide) – Parents as Partners in Education
- Nov 19: Virtual Workshop – Fathers Matter: Building Strong Homes, Strong Families
- Dec 3: Virtual Workshop – Parents as Advocates: Navigating School Systems
- Dec 10: In-Person Workshop – HOLIDAY FUN & Parent-Student Communication for Academic Success
Winter 2026 (Jan–Feb) - COMPLETED
- Jan 7: Virtual Workshop – Starting the New Year: Getting Re-engaged / Family Goal Setting (Completed)
- Jan 14: Virtual Workshop – Guardians Matter: Standing in the Gap for Our Children
- Jan 21: Virtual Workshop – Stress & Anxiety: Supporting Students at Home
- Feb 11: Virtual Workshop – Helping Students Prepare for College, Trade, or Alternative Career Pathways
- Feb 25: Virtual Fireside Chat/Discussion – Parent Q&A with District Leaders (see flyers below)
Spring 2026 (Mar–May)
- Mar 11: Virtual Workshop – Parents as Leaders: Taking Roles in School & Community
- Mar 25: In-Person Workshop – Social Media & Digital Wellness
- Apr 15: In-Person Workshop – Financial Literacy for Families
- May 6: In-Person Closing Celebration – Certificates of Completion– Mothers Matter: Celebrating & Encouraging Self-Care, Rejuvenation and Reflection
