Minnesota Parent Center, MN PIRC

Upcoming Events

1. Free Workshops for parents
   • “A Guide to Summer Learning" – Thursday, April 16
   • Save the Date! "Welcoming, Honoring, and Connecting Conference" – Oct. 22 & 23

Free Information for Parents

1. Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCAs) Prep Tools for Parents
2. April Edition of “Parent Pages” from MN PIRC
3. Tips and Tools for Effective Parenting

Announcements and News

1. New Handbook from the National Network of Partnership Schools
2. Minnesota Atlas of Social and Economic Characteristics
3. “Families in Tough Times” Web Site from the University of Minnesota

Free Parent Involvement Resources

1. Title 1 Parent Involvement Planning Resource Packet
2. MN PIRC Bookmarks

Upcoming Events

Registration is required for the following workshops. For more information or to register, visit PACER.org/mpc or call 952-838-9000.

Free MN PIRC Workshops for Parents

  “A Guide to Summer Learning” – Thursday, April 16, 6 to 8:30 p.m., Bloomington

MN PIRC staff will share ways parents can enrich summer learning at home. This free event is at PACER Center, 8161 Normandale Blvd., Bloomington, MN.

  Save the Date! “Welcoming, Honoring, and Connecting Conference” – Oct. 22 & 23

MN PIRC’s third annual dinner and conference will recognize patent’s dedication to their children’s education while providing opportunities to learn even more ways to support that education. This event will be at PACER Center, 8161 Normandale Blvd., Bloomington, MN.

Free Information for Parents

Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCAs) Prep Tools for Parents

MCAs are the state tests that help districts measure student progress toward Minnesota's academic standards and No Child Left Behind requirements. Find tips and samples to help prepare your child for this important test on MN PIRC’s Web site. PACER.org/mpc/mcatests.asp

April Edition of “Parent Pages” from MN PIRC

Learn how to read and understand the MCA tests and how to use the information with your children. If you would like to order a copy, visit PACER.org/mpc/parentpages.asp or call 952-838-9000 (or 800-537-2237 toll free in Greater Minnesota).

Tips and Tools for Effective Parenting

All parents want to be Most Valuable Parents. MVParents.com offers information and support to help your kids grow up to be healthy, caring, and responsible adults. Sponsored by Search Institute, the site offers helpful ideas that can be used by any family. Learn more.

Announcements and News

New Handbook from the National Network of Partnership Schools (NNPS)

NNPS works to link schools, districts, and organizations with families to increase student success at school. This latest edition of its handbook gives a research-based approach to effective partnerships. For more information or to join and receive your copy, call 410-516-880 or click here.

Minnesota Atlas of Social and Economic Characteristics

This map-based resource gives information on how your Minnesota county compares to others in education graduation rates, teacher-student ratio, and many areas outside of education. It’s by the Center for Rural Policy and Development. Learn more.

“Families in Tough Times” Web Site from the University of Minnesota

This site from the University of Minnesota Extension is for families that may be dealing with tough economic times. It addresses such issues as how hard times may affect children, what to do if you lose your job, and more. Learn more.

Free Parent Involvement Resources

Title 1 Parent Involvement Planning Resource Packet

MN PIRC has an online resource with samples and templates to help schools write their parent involvement plans. These school-friendly resources can help you in the writing process and provide guidance in writing a complete and acceptable plan. Learn more at http://www.pacer.org/mpc/titleipiplan.asp

MN PIRC Bookmarks

When parents read with their children, children achieve more in school. These bookmarks support that effort. To order these free bookmarks in packs of 100 for your organization, call 952-838-9000 (800-537-2237 toll free in Greater Minnesota) or visit PACER.org/mpc/handouts.asp.