The Program Parent Education Cooperatives are provided at a number of convenient locations throughout Skagit and Island counties. Part of the Family Life Education program at Skagit Valley College, they offer a shared learning experience for parents with children two to five years of age. In the Parent Cooperatives, parents study their children's development and behavior at different ages and participate fully in that learning process. There is opportunity for parents to share ideas with other parents, to learn new ways to enjoy children, and to make new friends.
Parenthood requires education and experience, just like any other occupation.
Features Cooperative preschools for parents and children ages two to five years. Teachers hired by each cooperative to set children's curriculum. Parent educators assigned by the Family Life Department to support each cooperative. Opportunities to interact with children of similar ages. Variety of equipment, learning games, expressive material and art activities not generally available at home.