Parents as Teachers

During the years between birth and kindergarten, there are important times when specific kinds of learning must take place for your child to develop to the fullest. Parents as Teachers can help you to capture those windows of opportunity so that your child starts school ready to succeed.

All young children and their families deserve the same opportunities to succeed. The mission of Parents as Teachers is to provide information, support, and encouragement parents need to help their children develop optimally during the crucial early years of life.

KCPS Parents as Teachers shares that mission by providing established and emerging research-based information to parents to promote parent knowledge of early childhood development and best parenting practices, while understanding and appreciating the diverse cultures and traditions of families who reside within the Kansas City Public School District boundaries.

Parents as Teachers is a voluntary program that offers personal home visits, social activities, playgroups, parenting classes, and various health-related and developmental screenings to participating families. The early years of life are critical for optimal development and provide the foundation for success in school, and in life and parents are their children's first and most influential teachers.

For more information about Parents as Teachers, please contact Andrea Bailey at (816) 418-5245 or abailey@kcpublicschools.org.

From the moment they’re born, children are wired to learn. Research shows that 90 percent of the brain’s growth occurs by age 6.

United Way Success By 6 Resource Centers aim to ensure every young child in our community is healthy, safe, nurtured and enters school ready to succeed.

Parents who have used the resource centers say they’ve learned how to:

• Get respect from their child
• Develop a discipline plan
• Deal with a hyperactive child
• Spend time one-on-one with their child
• Be the best parent or caregiver they can be

Success by Six Checkout Form

What Can You Find at a Success By 6 Resource Center?

Activities may vary by location

Toy Lending

Toys and educational items can be checked out at no charge.

Play Area/Reading Nook

Your child can play and read while you browse.

Computers

Special computers are equipped with kid-friendly software for children to use.

Make ‘n Take Crafts

Find project sheets and materials in our craft area for a variety of projects you can do with your kids.

Parents as Teachers

Information and sign-up for this great program is available at all sites.

Special Activities

Educational workshops and other activities are offered at various times.

Meeting Space

Room for local groups may be available. Contact your local center for information.

Special Needs

Equipment for children with special needs is available.

All free to parents, caregivers and teachers!

Contact Us

Andrea Bailey
(816) 418-5245
abailey@kcpublicschools.org