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PARENT UNIVERSITY Pensacola!
February 21 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Free
JOIN US AT PARENT UNIVERSITY!
Become a volunteer or a vendor! Parent University Pensacola is a community-based, non-profit initiative designed to empower families by providing educational workshops, resources, and support to strengthen the bond between home and school. As the first outreach site for the organization founded by Michael O’Neal, Parent University offers free, in-person training sessions, meals, childcare, and transportation, focusing on topics like literacy, mental health, and navigating the school system.
Details about Parent University Pensacola:
- Mission & Focus: Founded on the principle that parents are the first teachers of their children, it aims to foster parent involvement, boost student learning, and connect families with community resources.
- Programs: Workshops cover topics such as behavioral support, digital safety, financial literacy, and academic success strategies.
- Target Audience: Open to all caregivers (parents, grandparents, guardians) in the Pensacola/Escambia County area, often drawing hundreds to sessions held at local schools.
- Partnerships: The program is supported by many locals, including Innisfree Hotels and our non-profit The Hive Foundation, along with other community partners.
- Approach: It is a “whole family” model that emphasizes active participation and collaboration, often featuring giveaways and community resources.
- The initiative acts as a bridge, ensuring that parents have the tools necessary to support their child’s educational journey.