Parent University

About Parent University

The goal of Parent University is to provide families with the knowledge and skills needed to support their children’s learning and development journey. To achieve this goal. The Forest Park School District will partner with local Forest Park community-based organizations, businesses and non-for-profit organizations to offer resources and training/workshops to families.

Learning Objectives

The objectives of Parent University is to:

Increase family participation and involvement in the District/School.
Strengthen family and school partnerships to increase student success
Provide opportunities for families to gain knowledge and skills needed to support their children’s academic success and overall health and well-being.

Services offered to Families

The Forest Park School District’s Parent University provides educational resources and trainings to families to empower and support the “whole student” in the areas:

Academic Support
Social-emotional learning
Health and Wellness
Child Development
Parenting Skills
Technology and Social Media
Community Resources
And more!

Workshop/Event Schedule

D91 is excited to host several Parent University workshops and events to provide families with the resources and tools to support their children's academic success. Below is a list of upcoming workshops/events.

Date	Time	Topic/Discussion	Description	Presenter	Location	Register	Resources
Tuesday, September 30, 2025	6:00pm-7:30pm	Parent University's Academic Series: Raising Readers-Partnering with Families to Build a Community of Lifelong Learners	This workshop empowers parents and caregivers with practical strategies, resources, and insights to foster a love of reading and literacy development at home. By strengthening the partnership between families and the school district, we aim to build a thriving community of lifelong readers.	Jennifer Uhlmann-D91 Academic Coach	Grant White Elementary School-Library	Link

		Parent University's Academic Series: Math University	Join us for a hands-on workshop that connects past and present approaches to teaching math. Parents and caregivers will explore engaging, research-based activities that reflect how math is taught in today’s classrooms. Experience how students now learn to think critically, solve problems in diverse ways, and build a deeper understanding of math concepts.	Dan Elliot, D91 Academic Coach	Grant White Elementary School-Library	Link

Note: For interpreter services or other accessibility request, please contact Rachelle Ernst at rernst@fpsd91.org or via telephone at (708) 366-5700 x3302.