The Parent Academy program of Duval County Public Schools is a FREE family resource that promotes parental involvement, enhances student achievement, and supports a caregiver's need for personal and individual growth. Parent Academy webinars are offered virtually through Microsoft Teams.
Parent Academy Webinars Focus on Three Areas
Student Achievement
Webinars and activities provide parents and caregivers with the necessary tools to promote student academic achievement as well as provide support in navigating the school system.
Parenting & Advocacy
Webinars and activities provide innovative tools and strategies to effectively enhance parenting, student advocacy, and leadership skills.
Personal & Individual Growth
Webinars and activities provide empowering information, motivation, and encouragement for the personal and professional growth of parents and caregivers.
October Webinars
Date & Time | Title | Description | Facilitated by |
October 7 | 6 pm | Experts believe that nearly 20% of the population, or 1 in 5 people, may have dyslexia. Attend this webinar to gain valuable information about this language-based learning disability, what the diagnosis might mean for your student, the signs to look for, and how to support the learning process. | Duval Schools’ GRASP Academy Principal | |
October 8 | 12 pm | This webinar emphasizes the importance of families modeling safe behaviors on the road. Gain real-world strategies to practice and promote pedestrian awareness, bicycle safety, and responsible driving. Parents are the “roll models” who help build a safer community for everyone. | Duval Schools’ Health & Physical Education Department | |
October 9 | 12 pm | Secondary students utilize online instruction both in the classroom and at home. Join this webinar to learn more about the online resources available to students and families that help support their achievement in reading, math, science, and social studies. | Duval Schools’ Reading, Math, Science, & Social Studies Departments | |
October 21 | 6 pm | Do you have or know a high school student planning to attend college or trade school in Florida? If so, this webinar is for you! Learn all about the eligibility requirements, award limitations, and the application process for the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship. We encourage your teen(s) to join you in this webinar and bring their questions! | Duval Schools’ High School Counseling Department | |
October 22 | 12 pm | This webinar will provide an overview of the Magnet and Special Transfer options available for middle school students. An overview of application priorities, as well as how the number of choices selected may effect your application during the computerized lottery, will be provided. Families of rising 5th and 6th grade students interested in attending a Duval County Public School that is not their zoned school of attendance are encouraged to participate. | Duval Schools’ Enrollment Department | |
October 23 | 12 pm | Participants will learn how to access and navigate the many helpful tools and resources available to them through their Linked Parent Account. This webinar will guide families through accessing the transportation application, grades, state assessment reports, and much more! | Duval Schools’ Enrollment Staff | |
October 28 | 12 pm | Join this webinar to learn about the Individual Education Plan (I.E.P.) process, what to expect, the importance of parental participation, and strategies for effective family-school collaboration. | Florida Inclusion Network (FIN)/Florida Diagnostic & Learning Services Resources System (FDLRS) |