Programs

Group Connections are designed to offer opportunities for parents/caregivers and children to come together to participate in a variety of hands-on learning activities. In addition, parents are given the opportunity to connect with other families. But most of all, we want you to have fun with your child.

Group Connections events are organized with community partners and designed towards parent-child interaction so parents can learn by observing their own child and other children. The events are typically held in a large space with smaller stations for children to participate in a theme-based activity. Parent educators or community partners leading the event may distribute handouts related to the topic. The majority of the event will be spent in hands-on learning activities with your child. Please check the PAT Family Calendar for our upcoming group connections.

Contact:
La'Sherrie Tyes
la'sherrietyes@sjsd.k12.mo.us
(816) 671-4018

SJSD Parents as Teachers hosts Parent & Child Playgroup twice monthly.  We welcome all children age birth to Pre-Kindergarten join us.  Children will have an opportunity to play in a safe space with their caregiver and other young children.  Caregivers can connect with other adults.  Families are not required to be enrolled in PAT to attend playgroup.

We have a variety of spaces and activities available at playgroup.  Kids can play with blocks, vehicles, baby dolls, and musical instruments.  There are areas for dress-up, reading, and art.  There is also a gated space specifically designed with infants in mind. 

We also offer opportunities for gross motor play in the gymnasium and on the outdoor playground.

Check the PAT Family Calendar to view the dates for Playgroup.