“The Race to Nowhere is another inconvenient truth. It’s a wake-up call to all of us who
care about children, the purpose of schools, and how we define success in American education. And, importantly, it provides viewers with excellent, actionable suggestions of how to begin to address change locally in our schools.”
— The George Lucas Educational Foundation
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Parents Council Award Winner announced, April 2010
The Parents Council of Commonwealth Parenting is pleased to announce that the first recipient of the Carter Bryan Aware is none other than Carter Bryan, a long time Commonwealth Parenting Board member and active community volunteer.
This yearly recognition will be awarded to a Commonwealth Parenting volunteer, employee, Family Educator or Board Member who explempifies extraordinary commitment, dedication, generosity and leadership to Commonwealth Parenting’s mission. Carter’s tireless efforts with strategic planning, program development and parent awareness have significantly contributed to Commonwealth Parenting’s ability to have a positive impact on all parents, caregivers, educators and grandparents in Central Virginia. Carter is the epitome of the Parent’s Council of Commonwealth Parenting’s motto “Invest in a child’s future by getting involved today.”
Congratulations and tremendous gratitude to Carter for making such a difference in our community!
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Parents Council Corner
by Denise Miller, Parents Council Chair
What is the Parents Council of CP?
PC of CP is a group of representatives consisting of parents, grandparents and other caregivers interested in promoting the mission of Commonwealth Parenting through their respective organizations. The Mission of Commonwealth Parenting is: To build a stronger community by teaching proactive parenting skills to parents and caregivers in central Virginia through quality education, communication and support.
What is PC of CP’s goal?
To develop strong and productive partnerships by connecting families and caregivers in schools, religious institutions, and other community groups in central Virginia to the services and resources provided by CP, as well as to related community resources groups that promote healthy, strong, stable and nurturing relationships.
Who can become a member of the Parents Council?
If you are a member of a PTA, a Parent Association, a Parent Education ministry in a faith based organization, a moms club, a neighborhood association, a networking group or an interested individual…we want you to join us!
How can I get involved?
It’s very easy! Contact us for more information: 804-545-1272 or www.commonwealthparenting.org. We’d love to see you at one of our membership meetings, which are published in every newsletter. Each issue of ParentTalk will have a page devoted to Parents Council. You’ll find helpful information, upcoming meeting dates and special event announcements each quarter.
Click here to contact us about getting involved. Be sure to include your particular area of interest. We look forward to seeing you!
