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About Us
County Impact Statements - Howard County
Howard County Extension Helps Improve Parenting Skills
The 1, 2, 3, 4 Parenting Program was conducted in the Dierks area. The
program focused on improving parenting skills for parents of ages one to four.
Participants learned positive discipline techniques, building self-esteem, time
management skills and basic child development. 100 % of the participants said
they felt more prepared to handle discipline problems with their children and
they were more confident about their job as a parent.
"The parenting workshop has helped me to understand more about my
two-year-old son. I now know what to expect at certain ages. It has also helped
me to build a support system in the community with other parents who have
children the same age as mine." - Howard County 1, 2, 3, 4 Parenting Participant
Pocket Pals newsletter series is being distributed through a pilot program at
Nashville Primary School. The newsletter is designed for parents of kindergarten
and first grade students. It focuses on basic parenting skills which address
time management, positive discipline, nutrition education and building
self-esteem. Over 300 parents are receiving the newsletter on a monthly basis.
"Since the newsletters have been distributed, several parents have made
positive comments about the information. If we can help the parents do a better
job, the positive results will be reflected in our students overall
performance." - Shirley Wright, Nashville Primary Principal
Holly Cothren and Mandy Cogburn learn to use patience during the
1,2,3,4 Parenting seminar.
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Impacts
- Parenting skills have been improved through educational programs.
- As a result of parenting programs and newsletters, parents believe they
are now doing a better job of parenting.
- Over 300 parents receive parenting information on a monthly basis.
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