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The U.S. Department of Education’s report "Engaging Parents in Education: Lessons From Five Parental Information and Resource Centers," pdf icon explains "how to" strategies that the Parent Information Resource Centers (PIRCs) use to improve or expand their parental involvement programs in public schools. Order your copy today from Minnesota Parent Center! Call or email mnpirc@pacer.org.
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Minnesota Parent Center Overview

The Minnesota Parent Center is a unique statewide project designed to help families and schools build stronger ties to benefit students.

The Minnesota Parent Center provides:

  • free research-based training for Title I schools
  • individual assistance
  • information handouts

We help parents be strong partners in their children's education and encourage community involvement to help all children succeed at school. We can answer questions and help you solve school-related problems.

What's New?

Families with High School Seniors: FAFSA4caster is an early start on the college financial aid process. By using FAFSA4caster, you and your family will receive an early estimate of eligibility for federal student aid for college. This Web site is an opportunity to learn about the financial aid process and the types of federal student aid that are available; and look for other sources of aid, such as grants and scholarships. The site also helps when it is time to fill out the forms to apply for financial aid.











This publication was produced in whole or in part with funds from the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Parental Information and Resource Center program, under Grant #84.310A. The content herein does not necessarily reflect the views of the Department of Education, any other agency of the U.S. government, or any other source.

Visit PACER's other sites: National Parent Center Network (ALLIANCE) | Kids Against Bullying | Project C3 | FAPE Project | Minnesota SEACs

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