Independence School District Parents as Teachers

06/09/2026

Cool off and enjoy a sweet summer treat at “Popsicles in the Park” with Parks and Recreation!

Bring the family out to the park for an easygoing afternoon filled with popsicles, fresh air, and a great community vibe. It’s a simple way to beat the heat, let the kids play, and connect with neighbors.

See you at the park! 🍧🌳

06/04/2026

Summer break is here… BUT don’t hit pause on planning ahead!

🚨 NOW is the BEST time to get on the PAT list for the 2026–2027 school year 🚨

Don’t wait until later and end up stuck at the bottom of the waitlist 😬⬇️

💡 Getting in early means:
👩‍🏫 Starting the year with a Parent Educator right away
📅 Better visit time options that fit your schedule
🤝 More opportunities for group connections & meeting new families

👉 Jump in here and sign up today:

https://forms.gle/rWs5tKDqA19rFQa6A

⏳ Future you will be glad you didn’t wait!

06/03/2026

🐸🦆 Pond Adventures with Parents as Teachers! 🐢🐟

Get ready to sing, move, and learn with your little one! This fun pond-themed song, sung to the tune of The Wheels on the Bus, is a great way to build language skills, encourage movement, and spark conversations about the animals that live in and around ponds.

🎶 Try acting out each animal: 🦆 Waddle and quack like a duck
🐸 Jump and ribbit like a frog
🐟 Swim and bubble like a fish
🐢 Tuck in and hide like a turtle
🦞 Snap your claws like a crayfish
🪰 Zoom and swoosh like a dragonfly

💡 Parent Tip: Singing repetitive songs helps children develop vocabulary, listening skills, memory, and early literacy skills. Adding movement makes learning even more engaging and fun!

❓After singing, ask your child: • Which pond animal is your favorite? • What sounds does it make? • Have you ever seen one at a pond or park?

Share a picture or tell us which pond animal your child loved acting out the most! 💙

🐸🌿🎶

06/02/2026

Cool off and enjoy a sweet summer treat at “Popsicles in the Park” with Independence Parks and Recreation!

Bring the family out to the park for an easygoing afternoon filled with popsicles, fresh air, and a great community vibe. It’s a simple way to beat the heat, let the kids play, and connect with neighbors.

See you at the park! 🍧🌳

05/31/2026

📚☀️ June is packed with fun at Kansas City Public Library - Trails West Branch! ☀️📚

Our friends at Kansas City Public Library - Trails West Branch have an exciting lineup of programs and activities planned all month long for kids and families! 🎉

From stories and crafts to special events and summer fun, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Be sure to check out their June calendar and start planning your visits! 🗓️✨

📌 Mark those calendars and make some library memories this summer! 💚📖

05/30/2026

📚🎉 Summer Reading fun starts TODAY! 🎉📚

Join our friends at Kansas City Public Library - Trails West Branch for their Summer Reading Kickoff Party! 🦖☀️

Bring the family and enjoy:
🎮 Games
🎨 Crafts
🔬 Science City
🍧 Kona Ice
🎭 Face Painting
🎈 Balloon Art
📖 Prize books for signing up!

🕙 Today | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍Kansas City Public Library - Trails West Branch 11401 E 23rd St S

Help us cheer on our friends at Trails West and kick off an amazing summer of reading! 💚📚

05/28/2026

💙✨ We Want to Hear From You! ✨💙

As we look back on a wonderful year with Parents as Teachers, we’d love to celebrate the special moments that made it meaningful for your family. 🌟

Did your little one try something new, enjoy a favorite activity, make a new friend, or share a memorable moment during a visit or group connection? 💕

📸 Share a photo or 💬 leave a note in the comments about your favorite Parents as Teachers memory from this year!

Your stories and smiles make our community so special, and we can’t wait to look back on these sweet memories together. 🥰

05/27/2026

Sharing this helpful tornado social story from the Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment. 🌪️

These kinds of visual supports and simple explanations can help children feel more prepared and safe during severe weather. A great resource for families, caregivers, and educators to use together during tornado season. 💛

It's Missouri, it's summertime, and it's tornado season. As we prepare for sirens and determine our safe spaces, we're sharing a social story (for all ages!) that illustrates ways to stay safe and calm in the midst of a tornado watch or warning, provided by the Thompson Center training team! Save a copy for yourself or your little one at: https://brnw.ch/21x2S6J

05/26/2026

🎉🦖 ROAR into Summer Reading! 🦖🎉

Our friends at Kansas City Public Library - Trails West Branch are throwing a Summer Reading Kickoff Party and you’re invited!

Bring the family and enjoy a morning full of fun, including:
✨ Games & crafts
🔬 Science City
🍧 Kona Ice
🎭 Face painting
🎈 Balloon art
📚 Prize books for signing up!

📅 Saturday, May 30
⏰ 10 AM–12 PM
📍 Kansas City Public Library - Trails West Branch– 11401 E 23rd St S

Who’s ready for summer reading fun? 📚☀️

05/25/2026

Our friends at Futures First were featured on FOX4 News Kansas City this morning sharing fun ways to help your young ones make real-life connections to the World Cup! ⚽🌎

Check it out — we think you’ll have some fun with this one too! 👇

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