THE VIRGINIAN-PILOT
Copyright (c) 1995, Landmark Communications, Inc.
DATE: Sunday, May 7, 1995 TAG: 9505050287
SECTION: VIRGINIA BEACH BEACON PAGE: 26 EDITION: FINAL
TYPE: EDUCATION BRIEFS
LENGTH: Short : 29 lines
The city public schools has developed a pilot program for pre-schoolers with disabilities and their families. The Preschool Community Outreach Program is designed to build a positive relationship among families, the school and the community.
As one of the city's newest approaches to family-centered education, the program provides students with reinforcement of classroom activities, while providing parents with skills designed to enhance their child's development at home. In-service training is provided for parents by resource teachers and area agency personnel. A lending library is available to parents. Families have an opportunity to share experiences and communicate in a relaxed atmosphere.
All planned activities, conducted at regularly scheduled meetings in select neighborhoods, are held after the regular school day to allow more parents to participate.
For additional information, contact Mable Shell at 431-4090. by CNB