Introduction to Home Visits Training
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 Parent Teacher Home Visits (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
A networking breakfast will be offered from 8:00-9:00am.
Date: Thursday, February 13, 2025
TIme: 8:00am-12:00pm
Location: Sacramento Marriott Rancho Cordova