The Stamford Parent Leadership Training Institute
Dear Parent:
We are pleased to announce Stamford’s (14th ) Parent Leadership Training Institute (PLTI).
continue to offer in-depth leadership training to 25-30 selected parents.
We will
Parents are their children’s first and most important teachers. They are also the best advocates for
children in society. Parents can speak out on issues and inform policy-makers, the media, and other
parents, about the needs of their families.
PLTI offers a stimulating curriculum that will boost parents’ leadership skills to address areas of concern
such as, accessible child health, the achievement gap, neighborhood safety, and the significance of
parental involvement. Together parents will emerge as strong leaders and advocates for all children.
We will begin with an all-day (parents only) retreat and continue with classes on Tuesday
evenings for 19 weeks from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 pm, beginning with a family style dinner from 5:00
p.m. to 5:45 p.m. Classes 6pm – 9pm.Childcare will be provided for ages 5 and up.
Candidates will be selected from a diverse group of parents, who are passionate about children‘s issues
and policies, and also have an interest in developing their individual leadership skills.
The institute is offered free of charge. Your time, commitment, and a written community project that
reflects your passion, is what we ask for in return. Please consider whether PLTI is the right initiative for
you at this time.
Please return the completed application form on or before Tuesday, December 29, 2011. Mail to:
Stamford Parent Leadership Training Institute, 888 Washington Blvd., 8th Floor, and Stamford, Ct. 06901.
If you have any questions, please call:
Josephine Fulcher-Anderson, PLTI Coordinator –
(203) 977-5829 or (203) 216-2063 – Fax 203-969-0797
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Thank you
.We
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Please complete each page of this application form. THANK YOU
Name:
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Address:
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City:
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Home: _______________________
Work: ______________________
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Number of Children: ____ List ages please ____________________________________
Other adults in household: _____YES _____NO
Family Status: ___ Divorced ___ Married ___Single ___ Widowed ___________Other
I will ________ will not _________ require child care.
I will ________ will not _________ require transportation to classes.
I will ________ will not _________ need help in getting a job release.
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Racial/Ethnic Background (Optional):
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____ Native American
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What skills would you like to learn/develop to become a stronger parent leader?
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What issues primarily concern you for your children and others?
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In view of your concern(s) at this time for children, what subject area would you want to develop
for your community project?
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Applicant’s Signature
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Sponsored by: ____________________________________________________________
Address:
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ALL CLASSES WILL BE CONDUCTED IN ENGLISH
“Tell me and I’ll forget;
Show me and I may remember;
Involve me and I’ll understand.” Confucius
Curriculum Outline
Retreat 1
Creating a Caring Community for Children
Session II
Thriving with Diversity in the Group Process
Session III
The Change Process
Session IV
Parents as Change Agents
Session V
How to Define a Problem and Work Toward a Solution
Session VI
The Intentional Use of Language
Session VII Learning How a Community Work& Local Systems
Session VIII Networks
Session IX The Power of the Media and How to Use it
Session X
Session XI
Using Your Voice
The Life Cycle of the Child and the Functions of the Family
Session XII Social and Economic Trends Affecting Children and Families
Session XIII What is Public Policy& How Do We understand Law?
Session XIV How State Government Works?
Session XV How Local Government Works?
Session XVI Budget – From Wallets to State – It’s all Money and Priorities
Session XVlI Evaluation, Outcome and Accountability
Session VIII The Magic of the Unexpected Forming New Alliances
Session XIX Language: Packaging and Moving Agendas
Session XX Local Graduation TBA
Snow Day Make Up
June, 2012 State Graduation @ Legislative Office Building In HartfordPending confirmation of Local class schedules
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