Introducing

The PTHV Podcast

Join us on this journey to explore the incredible power of home visits in transforming education. In this occasional series, we’ll dive deep into the stories, insights, and research that highlight the positive impact of building strong relationships between families and schools.

From educators sharing their experiences to experts discussing the latest research, our podcast will offer a variety of perspectives on the power of home visits to improve student outcomes, boost attendance, and create a more supportive learning environment for all.

Our inaugural episode premiered during National PTHV Week, and focused on the power of Parent Teacher Home Visits to improve attendance and reduce chronic absence. Listen below, share with your networks, and stay tuned for future episodes.

The Power of Connection

A Conversation with National Teacher of the Year Missy Testerman

Explore the transformative impact of family-school partnerships with Missy Testerman, the 2024 National Teacher of the Year. Missy discusses her experiences with immigrant families, bridging cultural divides, and the vital role of home visits in building trust and understanding. Learn how educators can create inclusive environments where all students thrive.

The Ripple Effect

How Parent Teacher Home Visits Impact Attendance

The inaugural episode of the PTHV Podcast is an insightful exploration of the powerful impact of home visits on student attendance. In this episode, we delve into the correlation between home visits and improved student attendance, strategies for implementing effective home visit programs, real-life success stories from educators and families, overcoming barriers to attendance through enhanced family engagement, and long-term benefits of increased attendance on academic achievement.

PTHV advances student success and school improvement by leveraging relationships, research, and a national network of partners to advance evidence-based practices in relational home visits within a comprehensive family engagement strategy.

Contact

P.O. Box 189084, Sacramento, CA, 95818

Support

PTHV is a nonprofit grassroots network that must raise its operating budget every year. Like the local home visit projects we help, our network is sustained by collaboration.

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