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Programs Family Support Family Connection provides support and assistance to parents and students at Cheston, Paxinosa, and Palmer Elementary Schools. Our Family Support Specialists: • Serve as community resource liaisons • Coordinate services that students or families need in addition to “traditional” school supports • Work closely with guidance counselors, IST staff, teachers, school nurses, and principals to ensure that families have the information and support needed to be effective and engaged members of the school community • Attend school meetings, including IEP, IST, and parent-teacher conferences, as an advocate and support system for the individual needs of families and children • Help to develop plans for children to promote positive child development and school achievement All services are free and confidential. For more information about our Family Support Program, contact: Cheri Albertson Family Support Specialist, Cheston Elementary School (610) 250-2542 ext. 20004 Wende Fazio Family Support Specialist, Palmer, March, Tracy & Forks Elementary Schools (610) 250-2521 ext. 23024 Lisa Bedoya Family Support Specialist, Paxinosa Elementary School (610) 250-2551 ext. 24006 Parents Who Care Parents Who Care is a unique family wellness program offered to students and families of the Easton Area School District. Working with family’s strengths, parents help each member of their family achieve their best – emotionally and physically. The program offers free and low-cost opportunities for parents and children to work together to become physically fit while getting to know each other better. Family Goal Planning: Families in the program have time one-on-one with the program coordinator to identify family strengths and develop a “goal plan,” or a series of steps families can take to improve: • Family communication and bonding • Your child’s connection to school • Personal growth for all family members • Access to family-oriented community resources Family Success Workshop: Families come together once a week for a family success 6-part interactive video series that includes group discussion, questions and answers, and parent-to-parent sharing of experiences, challenges, and successes. 
 Workshop topics include: • Taking care of YOU, the caregiver • Stress Management • Communicating with your child • What your child needs to succeed While parents learn new skills and develop friendships with other parents, children enjoy swim lessons or other recreational activities! Workshops are free and transportation may be provided. Your partner for fitness: Parents Who Care families may be eligible to receive free memberships to the Family YMCA of Easton, Phillipsburg and Vicinity, Inc. Families can look to improve their physical fitness and health while participating in family events, such as: • Swimming • Camping • Karate • Gymnastics Families celebrate their success while working to help each family member become more physically and emotionally fit. For more information about Parents Who Care, contact Lisa Bedoya at 610.250.2551 ext. 24006 Family YMCA of Easton, Phillipsburg and Vicinity Parent-Child Home Program The Parent-Child Home Program (PCHP) is an innovative, home-based literacy and parenting program that strengthens families and prepares children for academic success.
 PCHP is a two-year program that serves children aged 20 months to four years and their families. There is no cost to the families who participate. Family Literacy Specialists (home visitors) visit participants to facilitate fun activities in their homes. Through reading, games, and crafts, both child and parent begin to develop a love of learning. Families who participate in the program receive books and other educational materials so that they can continue to prepare their child for school after graduating from PCHP. Parents and children also have the opportunity to visit elementary schools and meet school principals and other staff. The program includes fun trips including the Easton Area Public Library to learn about the many resources available there and Perkins to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday. The program’s approach empowers parents. They experience the joy and value of reading, talking and playing with their children in their own homes at times that fit their schedule. Home Visitors successfully help parents realize their role as their child’s first and most important teacher. Parents who complete the program continue to be active participants in, and strong advocates for, their children’s education throughout their school years. Families who are interested in the program are interviewed to determine 
their needs; those who need the most support are invited to participate. PCHP serves 
25-30 families each year. If you are interested in PCHP, call Cathy Ziegenfuss at (610) 250-2542, ext. 20018. 21st Century Community Learning Center CCLC stands for 21st Century Community Learning Center. The goal is for students to improve academically so that they will be able to meet local and state academic standards in subjects such as reading and math. Certified teachers work with CCLC students in small groups to provide specialized education. In addition, our 21st CCLC includes art, music, recreation, technology, and character education to enhance the academic component of the program. Parental involvement is key to positive academic outcomes for youth. Parental involvement can lead to higher grades and test scores, better school attendance, more time spent on homework, reduced drop-out rates, increased rates of college attendance, and improved behavior and social skills. Parents and caregivers are always welcome to visit our after school program. For more information about our CCLC, contact Jill Summerill Fretz at (610) 250-2542 ext. 20023. mailto:albertsonc@eastonsd.org?subject=email%20subjectmailto:bedoyal@eastonsd.org?subject=email%20subjecthttp://www.activeparenting.comhttp://www.activeparenting.commailto:bedoyal@eastonsd.org?subject=email%20subjecthttp://www.familyymca.orghttp://www.parent-child.orghttp://www.eastonpl.orgmailto:ziegenfuc@eastonsd.org?subject=email%20subjecthttp://www.ed.gov/21stcclcmailto:sfj@eastonsd.org?subject=email%20subjectshapeimage_3_link_0shapeimage_3_link_1shapeimage_3_link_2shapeimage_3_link_3shapeimage_3_link_4shapeimage_3_link_5shapeimage_3_link_6shapeimage_3_link_7shapeimage_3_link_8shapeimage_3_link_9shapeimage_3_link_10
Family Connection promotes: • Healthy children who are ready to learn and flourish in school and society • Early childhood education so that all children start school ready to learn • School success and academic achievement • Positive parenting that builds on families’ strengths • Family stability and access to sufficient resources • Opportunities for meaningful community involvement • Safe communities where children are free to play, learn, and grow http://www.parent-child.org/http://www.ed.gov/programs/21stcclc/index.htmlhttp://www.activeparenting.comshapeimage_6_link_0shapeimage_6_link_1shapeimage_6_link_2

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