• GESD FAMILY RESOURCE CENTERS:  STRENGTHENING FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN AGES BIRTH TO FIVE YEARS THROUGH PREVENTION, INTERVENTION AND EDUCATION

    Everyday life is a learning experience for children. The Glendale Elementary School District Family Resource Centers explore ways to turn everyday moments into fun learning opportunities.  Children are eager to connect with the adults in their lives.  Through these relationships, children gain the confidence and security they need to learn. 

    Through the GESD Family Resource Centers, parents can participate in:

    • Parent/Child literacy classes
    • Parent Workshops
    • Structured Play
    • Health and Nutrition Programs
    • Child Development Programs

    Resource and Referral Information:

    • Healthcare
    • Oral Health
    • Mental Health
    • AHCCCS/SNAP application assistance (coming soon)
    • Emergency food, housing, utility assistance

     

     

     

    May Virtual Class Registration Forms *REQUIRED 

    Kinder Prep B:  Thursday, May 6th, 13th & 20th (3 weeks) @ 1:00 pm

    Pre-literacy workshops focusing on skills needed for entrance into kindergarten.

    This class is full at this time. 

       

    Baby Music Storytime:  Friday, May 14th @ 10:00 am

    Listen and dance to Mr. Paul as he plays his guitar!

    https://forms.gle/4dReshufxgtERxfz6

     

    Sign Language Storytime:  Monday, May 17th @ 10:00 am

    Learning simple signs about "Getting Ready".

    https://forms.gle/tBLBFWDMpASs4aAw6

     

    Leap Into Science:  Monday, May 17th @ 1:00 pm

    We'll be learning about light and shadows.

    This class is full at this time.  Please call us at 623-237-7364 to register for the June class.

     

    Preschool Music Storytime:  Tuesday, May 18th @ 1:00 pm

    Singing and listening to Mr. Paul!

    https://forms.gle/qza9U86mKYCufhY38

     

    Mad Science, Mineral Mania:  Wednesday, May 19th @ 1:00 pm

    Join us for some science and learning about minerals.

    This class is full at this time.  Please call us at 623-237-7364 to register for the June class.

     

    ONGOING PARENT WORKSHOPS

    We have ongoing parent workshops that last until May.  If you're interested, please email us at familyhub@gesd40.org or call us at 623-237-7364 for information.  Some of the classes may be filled:

    Play & Learn (Mondays)

    Kith & Kin (Tuesdays)

    Parent Academy (Thursdays)  

        

    COVID--19 INFORMATION

     At this time, GESD Family Resource Centers will not be physically open to families, but we are providing resources and referrals.  We are also providing virtual activities; please see the registration forms.

    For more information:

    • Call 623-237-7364
    • Fill out an Online Referral Request Form
    • Email familyhub@gesd40.org

     

     

     
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