Welcome to WCSD Parent University
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Parent University offers workshops to help families build upon skills, knowledge and support systems to advocate for student success.
Program Functions:
-Parent University offers FREE workshops to every caring adult in Washoe County School District.
-Each year close to 300 workshops are offered to families at school and community locations.
-During the 2020-2021 school year, our supports will be virtual until it is safe to gather large crowds of adults.
-Spanish interpretation is offered at every workshop. Interpretation in other languages is available upon request.
-Parent University also hosts 2 Family Access Days each year in partnership with Truckee Meadows Community College and the University of Nevada, Reno. These full-day conferences for families will be held virtually and focus on the path to careers and college for families of students pre-k through high school.
Whats New With Parent U
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Family Guide to Distance Learning
Know what to expect from your school and teachers for distance learning with this family guide from the Department of Distance Learning.
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5 Tips for Distance Learning Families
These 5 tips for families provide information on creating a home learning environment and how to keep kids engaged in learning.
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Passport to High School Success
Passport to High School Success virtual nights are offered through our Signature and Career & Technical Education Department and supported through Parent U. These virtual nights will help families in middle school navigate the many different options available in high school to WCSD students, including Signature Academies and Career and Technical Education courses.
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Thursday Tech Tips for Families
Thursday Tech Tips for Families are live webinars broadcasted on Facebook Live and Youtube, modeling for families technology tips that support children/young adult's learning.
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College Awareness Week
Join us during College Awareness Week by participating in virtual events related to college access and attend Western Association for College Admission Counseling (WACAC) Annual College Fair.
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Learning Resources for Families
Community and virtual learning resources for families including information about literacy, math, higher education, financial aid and adult education
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Family Video Learning Library
A video library for families on important topics including digital citizenship, SEL, literacy and attendance.
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Supports and Services 20-21 School Year
A list of services and supports for teachers, schools and families during Covid-19
Contacts
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WCSD Parent UniversityDepartment of Family-School Partnerships
5450 Riggins Ct. Suite# 3Reno, NV 89502Office: (775) 789-4685Fax: (775) 689-2625
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WCSD Parent University is generously sponsored by the Washoe K-12 Education Foundation.
Kids don't come with a manual, so we're here to help!
Notice of Non-Discrimination and Web-Accessibility
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The District prohibits bullying, cyber-bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination and/or retaliation in any of its educational programs/activities, employment, and employment opportunities. For the District's full Notice of Non-Discrimination statement as well as methods to address questions and concerns please visit our Notice of Non-Discrimination and Web Accessibility page.
For more information, visit the Civil Rights Compliance Department page.