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On November 8th, it's time to celebrate National Parents as Teachers Day! This day was created to recognize and honor the important role parents play in their children’s education and development. For over 40 years, Parents as Teachers has worked to ensure that all families have access to quality resources and support that will help them raise their children with love, guidance, and knowledge. So let's take a moment to thank the hard-working parents out there who are doing an amazing job of teaching their kids about life each and every day.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1978</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Parents as Teachers Founded</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Parents as Teachers organization was established in Missouri, seeking to support parents in their role as their child's primary educators.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1981</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Program Expansion</div><div class='timeline-text'>Three years after its establishment, the Parents as Teachers program expanded across Missouri.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1984</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Nationwide Adoption</div><div class='timeline-text'>The program goes nationwide in the United States, with all states adopting the Parents as Teachers model.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1991</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>International Reach</div><div class='timeline-text'>Parents as Teachers extended its influence internationally, reaching families in other countries like Australia and Germany.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2001</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Interactive Online Resources Launched</div><div class='timeline-text'>Parents as Teachers launched a collection of interactive online resources for parents, further supporting home-based learning.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2011</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Parents as Teachers Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Parents as Teachers Day was first celebrated, acknowledging the crucial role parents play in educating their children.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find an organization that assists parents in teaching their children and volunteer your time. You can help them in a variety of ways such as tutoring, providing resources, and mentoring.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a workshop</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Search out workshops designed to help parents become better teachers. They may cover topics ranging from curriculum planning to strategies for engaging students. Attend one and take away valuable tips.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a celebration</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite all the teachers in your community to a celebratory event in honor of National Parents as Teachers Day. This can be done by hosting a potluck dinner or by setting up an outdoor picnic.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share resources</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Share websites, books, and other resources that can help parents become better teachers with others in your community. This is a great way to spread the word about National Parents as Teachers Day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Write a blog post</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Write a blog post about how you plan to celebrate National Parents as Teachers Day. This can be a great way to get the word out and encourage others to join in the celebration.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages positive parenting</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Parents as Teachers Day is an important reminder to parents that they have a vital role in their children's education. By acknowledging the importance of parental support and involvement, it serves as an important motivation for parents to stay engaged and provide a positive environment for their kids.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes early childhood education</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By celebrating National Parents as Teachers Day, we are sending a strong message that early childhood education is essential for long-term success. It goes beyond just academic skills - through early intervention, parents can help form valuable social and emotional skills that will continue to serve their children throughout life.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It builds stronger family bonds</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>When parents are actively involved in their child's learning and development, it helps build a deeper bond between them. Through shared activities, playtime and reading sessions, parents can deepen their relationship with their child and make lasting memories that will stay with them even after their child grows up.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Parental Involvement Positively Affects Academic Performance</h3><p class='facts-content'>Multiple research studies have shown that students with parents actively involved in their education are more likely to have higher academic performance, better school attendance, and reduced risk of dropping out.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Parents as Teachers Program Serves Families with Children Prenatal to Age Five</h3><p class='facts-content'>The Parents as Teachers program primarily serves families with children from prenatal age to five years old, ensuring valuable early childhood education during critical development years.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Parents as Teachers Operates in All 50 States and Several Other Countries</h3><p class='facts-content'>The Parents as Teachers organization has a far-reaching presence, not just across the US, but also extending to other countries around the world, amplifying parental involvement in early childhood education everywhere.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>More Than 130,000 Families Are Served by Parents as Teachers Each Year</h3><p class='facts-content'>Annually, over 130,000 families are supported by Parents as Teachers across the globe, providing resources and preparing children for academic and lifelong success.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Parents as Teachers Advocates for Public Policies Supporting Early Childhood Education</h3><p class='facts-content'>Besides providing resources and support to families, Parents as Teachers also promotes policies at local, state, and national levels that enhance early learning opportunities and parental involvement in education.</p></div></div>
National Parents as Teachers Day is celebrated on November 8 every year. In 2024 National Parents as Teachers Day will occur on a Friday.
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