1232136 Q A How can parents feel more confident when advocating for their child? One of the most important things that families can do to support their child’s healthy development and school readiness is to be their advocate. Families are experts on their child, but they may not always feel comfortable asking questions of doctors, teachers, or other community leaders. A resource booklet called “Be Your Child’s Champion” is available to provide families with scenarios, tips and worksheets to help them feel more confident when speaking up for their child’s best interests. This booklet, along with many other resources to support early learning and child development, are available on the Pennsylvania’s Promise for Children website. For more information, visit www.papromiseforchildren.com. The Butler County Early Care & Education Council is a community collaboration of individuals and organizations working together to help young children grow up healthy, safe, and ready to learn. For more information, contact Julie Thumma at Lifesteps 724-283-1010 Julie Thumma Coordinator, Butler Co. Early Care & Education Council, Lifesteps www.lifesteps.net
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How can parents feel more confident when advocating for their
child?
One of the most important things that families can do to support
their child’s healthy development and school readiness is to be
their advocate. Families are experts on their child, but they
may
not always feel comfortable asking questions of doctors,
teachers, or other community leaders. A resource booklet called “Be
Your Child’s Champion” is available to provide families with
scenarios, tips and worksheets to help them feel more confident
when speaking up for their child’s best interests. This booklet,
along with many other resources to support early learning and child
development, are available on the Pennsylvania’s Promise for
Children website. For more information, visit
www.papromiseforchildren.com.The Butler County Early Care &
Education Council is a community collaboration of individuals and
organizations working together to help young children grow up
healthy, safe, and ready to learn. For more information, contact
Julie Thumma at Lifesteps 724-283-1010
