• 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

    March Virtual Class Registration Forms *REQUIRED

     

    Dr. Seuss Celebration :  Tuesday, March 2nd @ 10am

    Let's celebrate Dr Seuss with reading and fun activities!

    https://forms.gle/zWLaGyg5GaLszL9K7  

     

    Virtual Play Date:  Wednesday, March 3rd @ 10am

    Visit and play with your friends virtually!

    https://forms.gle/dazKyM3nn6NBtv7i9

     

    MIM - Mini Music Makers:  Friday, March 5th @ 10am

    Enjoy this class with singing, dancing and playing instruments

    https://forms.gle/DFnJkArLEfRRRHAC9

     

    Zoo to You:  Wednesday, March 10th @ 9:30am

    We will meet, learn and explore bugs, bees, beatles and more!

    https://forms.gle/nvzGgM52ajRtvB346

     

    Leprechaun Storytime:  Wednesday, March 10th @ 1:00pm

    Join us as we read a fun story about Leprechauns!

    https://forms.gle/AMuJNgLybfHmBP7S8

     

    Mrs. Wishy Washy Storytime:  Wednesday, March 24th @ 10am

    Silly Mrs. Wishy Washy is trying to keep the farm animals clean!!

    https://forms.gle/4Wk9HRd1GHGAXqyf9

     

    Musicology:  Thursdays, begins March 25th @ 1pm (3 wks)

    Your child will be moving, dancing and having fun!

    https://forms.gle/REed7AKEHSZ6nqLN9

     

    AZ Puppet Theater:  Friday, March 26th @ 10am

    Join us for this live streamed event, featuring Goldilocks!

    https://forms.gle/aVPGcvK2qY2vRpAR9

     

    Mad Science:  Saturday, March 27th @ 10am

    Fun, interactive class, learning about plants!

    https://forms.gle/K1AAdgFgYQUyR7oW8

     

    Storytime with Sign Language:  Monday, March 29th @ 10am

    Learn the signs for colors!

    https://forms.gle/QCtwwVj62kWrBRSQ8

     

     

    February Virtual Class Registration Forms *REQUIRED

       

    Parent Academy Worshops:  Beginning February 11th @ 10:30am (14 wks)

    14 weeks - Workshops for parents regarding child developement and more! Please see the Parent Workshop link.

    https://forms.gle/AHSBtXdwbyRDkq4q8

       

    Play & Learn:  Starts Monday, February 22nd @ 11am (10 wks)

    Parent/Child Interaction classes - see description in link

    https://forms.gle/f51LunjCy4oELAwt6

     

    Kith & Kin Workshops:  14 weeks

    SPANISH ONLY

    https://forms.gle/46sZkPuPVdRxEppN9 

      

    Coffee Talk:  February 26th @ 9am

    Conversation with other parents - February is Dental Month

    https://forms.gle/XjbZxPisRfjJJ6Jt5

     

    Family Yoga:  February 27th @ 9am

    Gather your family and participate in some yoga!

    https://forms.gle/x3D5Abwrbib5832t7

     

    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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