Parent University

Parent University

Classes for NYC Families

Parent University seeks to educate and empower families as partners, advocates, and lifelong educators in their student's education through free courses, resources, events, and activities.

Parent University serves all families, from early childhood through adulthood. Even if you are not a parent, we encourage you to become involved with Parent University.  With an expanding course list Parent University is ready to support you. Register and enroll for a course today!

Recent News

Nominate a Teacher for the Big Apple Award

12/05/2023 NYC Public Schools
Nominate a Teacher for the Big Apple Award
It’s a multi-step process that takes many months and starts with you! Students, families, administrators, and community members can all nominate any public school teacher. We then initiate a rigorous selection process that includes multiple stakeholders across the system. Nominations are now open and will close on January 19, 2024. You can nominate a teacher by completing this form

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Summer 2024 Lifeguard

12/04/2023 NYC Parks Department
Summer 2024 Lifeguard
Registration has opened for summer 2024 lifeguard qualifying tests. Do you have the courage to answer the call? Test yourself against the best swimmers in NYC. Register for a qualifying exam near you today: https://on.nyc.gov/3Z0nibh

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Book of the Week: The bright side

12/01/2023 NYC Public Schools
Book of the Week: The bright side

Author: Chad Otis  Illustrator: Chad Otis 

"When an unhoused boy enters school, he runs afoul of rules and finds himself alone, but he finds that he has imagination and resilience and can define "the bright side" for himself.."--

 

 Publisher-Recommended Age and Grade: 4 years to 8 years  Lexile Measure: 560L

 Find a copy at your: NYPLBrooklyn Library or Queens Library

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