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Parents as Teachers

PARENTS AS TEACHERS

Hollister Parents as Teachers (PAT) is a free, early childhood education and family support program available to families in the Hollister School District—from pregnancy through kindergarten entry. Our vision is that all children will learn, grow, and develop to realize their full potential, and our mission is to provide the information, support, and encouragement parents need to help their children develop optimally during the crucial early years of life.

Certified parent educators offer personalized home visits, providing age-appropriate child development guidance, parenting support, and tools to help families observe and better understand their child’s growth.

We also provide annual developmental screenings to assess each child’s language, cognitive, motor, social-emotional, and physical development, including vision and hearing checks.

Our program features:

  • Quarterly Family Group Connections – engaging parent-child activities that foster learning and offer a supportive space to explore parenting topics.

  • Weekly Playgroups – opportunities for children to participate in gross motor and social activities in a fun, interactive environment.

  • A Lending Library – offering a wide selection of children's books and parenting resources.

  • A Resource Network – connecting families with valuable community services and support.

Parents as Teachers is here to support, guide, and walk alongside families during these foundational early years.

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RESOURCES

  • Families, pregnant teens, or primary caregivers who are expecting a child or have a child under the age of kindergarten entry are eligible to participate in Missouri's Parent Education Program. This program promotes early learning, knowledge, and understanding of child development, and partnerships with community resources.  These opportunities assist families with a smooth transition into preschool and kindergarten, which supports school readiness.

    Missouri's Parent Education Program - Parent Information

  • Parents as Teachers builds strong communities, thriving families and children who are healthy, safe, and learning.

    National Parents as Teachers Vision and Resources

ADMINISTRATOR

Mrs. Amy Jo Kilgore

EDUCATORS

Mrs. Allyssa Mahoney

Ms. Kelly Embree

Parents as Teachers

417-243-4058

1792 State Hwy BB

Hollister, MO 65672