Harrison-Marion Parents as Teachers

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from Harrison Marion Parents as Teachers! 💙

Today we celebrate hardworking parents, caregivers, and families in our community.

We hope you get a chance to relax, have some fun, and enjoy time together!

📸 What is your family doing today? Share a picture in the comments!

09/05/2026

💙 International Day of Charity 💙

Giving back doesn’t always mean giving money. Sometimes it’s giving your time, helping a neighbor, donating something your family no longer needs, or simply showing kindness when someone needs it most.

At Parents as Teachers, we know that small acts of kindness can make a BIG difference for children, families, and our community.

📸 We want to hear from you!

What is one way you or your family gives back to your community?

Tell us in the comments OR share a picture of your family doing something kind, volunteering, donating, or helping someone else! 💙

Let’s fill the comments with some GOOD happening in our community!

09/02/2026

Pregnancy and having a new baby can come with a lot of emotions, and sometimes you just need someone to talk to.

The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline is available 24/7 for pregnant and postpartum parents who may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stressed, or just need a little extra support.

You can call or text 1-833-TLC-MAMA for free, confidential support.

This is a great resource to save for yourself or share with someone who may need it. 💙

Learn more here:

The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline offers free, confidential, 24/7 support in English and Spanish for pregnant and postpartum individuals experiencing mental health issues.

08/31/2026

We want to hear from our community! 💚

Legal Aid of West Virginia is asking West Virginians to share what needs and challenges they are seeing in their communities. Your feedback can help guide services and resources across our state.

Choose the survey that works best for you:

Full Survey (8–12 minutes):
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3L3QRVR

Quick Survey (3–4 minutes):
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3LBKDQW

Please take a few minutes to share your voice, and feel free to share this post so we can hear from as many families and community members as possible! 💚

08/31/2026

You are cordially invited to join us for our annual Fall Community Baby Shower!

To ensure we can best serve those who need it most, this event is intended for new and expecting Marion County moms with infants up to six months old who would benefit from additional support and resources at this time.

Come celebrate, connect with supportive community partners, and access valuable resources as you prepare for or navigate this new chapter of motherhood!

Space is limited, so registration is required. If you have attended one of our previous baby showers and meet the eligibility requirements, you are welcome to register, however priority will be given to those attending for the first time.

If space remains after new families have had an opportunity to register, we will reach out to previous attendees.

Scan the QR code or use the link below to save your spot. We’re excited to welcome you and celebrate as your new chapter begins!

https://forms.gle/mPybJoNinckqPMDQ6

08/11/2026

💙 At Parents as Teachers, our vision is simple but powerful:

"All children will develop, learn, and grow to realize their full potential."

Everything we do is rooted in that vision. By supporting and engaging parents and caregivers from pregnancy through kindergarten, we're helping build strong families, healthy children, and thriving communities.

We believe every family deserves the opportunity to succeed, and that parents are their child's first and most influential teachers. Together, we can help every child get the best possible start in life.

Learn more about the mission, vision, and values that guide Parents as Teachers:

Embracing Positivity & Possibility Parents as Teachers operates with a shared set of values and beliefs that define our culture, guide our conduct, and inspire our success. Our Vision All children will develop, learn, and grow to realize their full potential. Our Mission To promote the optimal early...

08/04/2026

🌎 Parents as Teachers is making a difference—one family at a time.

What started as a small pilot program has grown into a global network of more than 1,000 affiliates serving families across the United States and around the world. While every community is unique, our mission remains the same: supporting parents and caregivers as their child's first and most important teacher.

We're proud to be part of this incredible network, bringing evidence-based support to families right here in our community while contributing to a worldwide movement that helps children grow, learn, and thrive.

Explore the global footprint of Parents as Teachers and see the impact we're making together:

Parents as Teachers’ footprint is well established around the world. The Parents as Teachers model is currently being delivered in these countries: Canada, Germany, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. International programs build on the model’s firm foundation and also reflect their country’s ...

07/28/2026

📚 Did you know that Parents as Teachers is one of the most extensively researched home visiting models in the world?

For more than 40 years, independent research has shown that Parents as Teachers helps:
💙 Strengthen parenting knowledge and confidence
🧸 Support healthy child development
🩺 Identify developmental concerns early
📖 Increase school readiness and academic success
🤝 Improve family well-being and connections to community resources

We're proud to be part of an evidence-based model that continues to make a lasting difference for children, families, and communities.

Learn more about the research behind Parents as Teachers and the outcomes that make this model so impactful:

More than 20 peer-reviewed published outcome studies inlcuding 8 randomized controlled trials have shown the effects of the Parents as Teachers model.

07/21/2026

💙 Every family deserves support.

At Parents as Teachers, we believe that parents and caregivers are a child's first and most important teachers. That's why we partner with families from pregnancy through kindergarten, offering personalized support, encouragement, and resources to help children thrive.

Our approach is built on trust—not judgment. We meet families where they are, celebrate their strengths, and work alongside them to help them reach their goals.

Learn more about how Parents as Teachers supports families around the world and why this evidence-based model has made a difference for more than 40 years. ❤️

We actively engage family members and nurture positive connections so every child can grow to reach their full potential.

07/14/2026

https://parentsasteachers.org/historical-timeline/

💙 Did you know? Parents as Teachers has been empowering families for more than 40 years!

What began as a pilot program in Missouri in the early 1980s has grown into an internationally recognized, evidence-based home visiting model serving families across all 50 states and around the world. Throughout its history, one belief has remained at the heart of the program: parents are their child's first and most important teacher.

Take a look through the Parents as Teachers historical timeline to see how the program has evolved while continuing its mission of strengthening families, promoting healthy child development, and preparing children for success in school and life.

Learn more here: Parents as Teachers Historical Timeline

From 1972 until today, Parents as Teachers has been growing. Read more about how it began and all the stops along our historical timeline.