DCPS Parent Academy

The Duval County Public Schools Parent Academy is a FREE family‑resource program offering workshops and virtual webinars that help you: support your child’s academic success, build stronger parenting and advocacy skills, and grow personally and professionally. Click here to learn more and join!

Helpful Links to Support Your Teen

Transitioning to high school can often be a challenging time for teens; adjusting to a new grade level within high school can be tough as well. Fortunately, there are many things you can do as a parent/guardian to assist your child during this important era of their life.

Here are some links to help you support your child's academic, personal, and post-secondary development in high school:

Helping Your Teen Succeed in High School

Academic Success & Social Participation

Parent Involvement Makes a Difference

Literacy Tips

Supporting your teen’s mental health helps them navigate the challenges of high school with confidence and resilience. When parents listen and offer understanding, teens feel safer, manage stress better, and build the emotional strength they need to thrive—in school and in life.

Here are some links to help you support your teen's mental health and foster quality conversations.

Supporting Your Teen's Mental Health (PDF)

Resources and Conversation Guides

FLDOE Resiliency & Mental Health Resources