LISD Parent Conference
Written by Post Public Information Representative, Oct 7, 2011, 0 Comments
Courtesy Roberto Treviño,
(Laredo, Tx)- The Laredo Independent School District Title I Parental Involvement Program will be hosting a Parental Involvement Conference on Saturday, October 8, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Lamar Middle School cafeteria.
Nationally renowned award winning public speaker, Retired Lt. Col. Consuelo Castillo Kickbusch will address the audience as this year’s keynote speaker. Kickbusch will present her motivational message on the importance of getting an education.
Born and raised in the barrios of Laredo, Kickbusch is all too familiar with the challenges of poverty, discrimination, and illiteracy. As an officer with the U.S. Army for two decades she broke barriers and set records in the military where she became the highest-ranking Hispanic woman in the Combat Support Field in the U.S. Army.
Following the presentation, over 600 LISD parents will participate in various educational sessions where they will learn about the benefits and importance of parental support on students’ academic success. Some of the sessions available include Journey to the Future: A Roadmap for Success for Youth presented by Kickbusch, Social Media Dangers, Rachel’s Challenge, Healthy Foods Healthy Families, family portal e-view, and communities in school.
Attendees will also have the opportunity to visit numerous community service provider exhibits so that they are aware of the different programs available to them by the district. Health screenings will also be administered during the conference.
The all day conference is free to all LISD parents. Registration and breakfast is set for 8:00 a.m. Lunch and child care for children (4-12 yrs) will be provided.
