Lufkin Celebrates First Graduates of Parent University Program

Tonight, Lufkin ISD celebrated the graduation of the first 29 participants of the new Parent University. This program, part of the 21st Century Texas ACE Afterschool initiative, was set up with the help of community partners and volunteers. It offers parents a range of educational courses, including GED and ESL, as well as workshops on Citizenship, Art, Digital Literacy, Parenting, Health & Nutrition, Math, and Literacy.

The graduation marked the completion of the 2023-2024 academic year requirements by these parents. The event acknowledged their hard work and commitment to ongoing education. The ceremony included speeches from Carla Owen, a parent and member of the Family Engagement Advisory Team, and Adriana Solis, Director of the Bilingual Department. Both emphasized the role of community support and the benefits of educational empowerment.

The success of this first graduation highlights the importance of educational programs like Parent University in building community connections and improving parental skills. Such initiatives are key in creating a supportive environment where parents can achieve educational goals and demonstrate the value of lifelong learning to their children.

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