Introduction to Home Visits Training

The core of our training program, Introduction to Home Visits, prepares educators to do Parent Teacher Home Visits.

Time: 3 hours

Set the stage for a thriving home visit practice.  See our Readiness Prerequisites.

Objective: At the end of the session, participants will:

• • Understand the model and why it is effective
  • Be able to make an informed choice about participating in home visits
  • Be prepared to do home visits
  • Take next steps to launch home visits
  • Have a date and a plan for future action

Audience:  Teachers, staff and administration of pre-K through 12 schools, plus community leaders or other stakeholders (up to 80 participants, but 15-50 is ideal).

Led by: A team of PTHV members, including parents and teachers, who directly participate in the practice of this model and reflect the grade levels and/or the community demographics.

Content:

This interactive session centers on building the capacity of educators to effectively build meaningful relationships with the families of their students, starting with a voluntary home visit. Learn our distinct 5 non-negotiable core practices and how and why they lead to success.

Topics include:

• • elements of the model
  • the research behind the model
  • logistics, step by step
  • skill-building and practice in engaging families
  • overcoming barriers (money, time, fear)
  • culture and cross-cultural connection
  • taking it back to the classroom

Cost: $6,000. Includes preparation, trainer time, and materials. Post-training consultation available as a separate agreement. Trainer travel and lodging expenses are billed separately.