*Pre-requisite: On-site computer training. Two classes; course content:

•     Basic PC skills

•     Basic Internet research skills

•     Assessment

•     Online family introductions

Students will not be allowed to participate in the online course until they have successfully completed the assessment!

Lesson 1
It All Begins with Family: Parents Are a Child’s First Teacher

Lesson 2
Getting to Know http://dadeschools.net

Lesson 3
Parents and Children’s School: Getting involved

Communication with teachers

Homework

Lesson 4
Developmental Stages Part1: Introduction: Exploring Age Differences and Capabilities

Part2: Exploring your Child’s Stage

Lesson 5
Reading with your Child

Lesson 6
Literacy at Home: Book sharing / book selection

Everyday writing

Kitchen math

Lesson 7
Literacy around Town: What Can We Do?

Lesson 8
Health/Nutrition/Safety

Final Project: One week P.A.C.T.
Celebrating Families: Let’s share family histories, pictures, stories, etc.