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2025 certainly forced us to navigate challenging contexts. But through everything, what has not changed is our unwavering commitment to our partners.

What we miss when we focus exclusively on academic outcomes in early childhood, how we can build true partnership in family engagement, and more.

Three of our team members headed down to Orlando, Florida for the Early Educators Leadership Conference to explore how we can sustainably build the early educator workforce, and empower those going into the field. 

Earlier this month, we welcomed a variety of early childhood professionals from across New York and New Jersey for the first-ever ParentCorps Summer Institute. Through a series of structured games, activities, and discussions, we spent four days reflecting, practicing new skills, and building community. 

There continue to be unprecedented challenges across the education landscape. The current moment in particular feels especially hard, with schools facing a complex set of challenges that are disproportionately hurting children in poverty and children of color. ParentCorps’ evidence-based program remains a formidable solution

“A lot of parents may come first for the strategies because they might like the topic or be interested in learning more,” shared Katy Stokes, a supervisor for the infant and early childhood mental health consultants at Starfish. “But most stay because they find a sense of support and they find a community when they come.”

Good design creates a safe and comfortable space. When you're looking at something that you can easily digest, it really makes a difference.

In order for children to do their best, Farzana is guided by a deep belief that we first have to support their parents and caregivers.

Intersectionality and academic achievement, guarding against the effects of trauma, and more.

Photos and a podcast to celebrate two and a half decades of ParentCorps.

To celebrate ParentCorps' 25th anniversary, meet three people who have each helped contribute to the success and impact of the program.

Sharing the new tool that accompanies our 12-session, group-based parenting program

“ParentCorps, we stumbled across,” Jordan said. “And as we started digging into it more, we realized it met all of our non-negotiables."

If you want to highlight Ramadan at story-time with the young children in your classroom or life, here are some stellar book recommendations

Speaking from experience as a teacher, dean, union representative, and now the director of ParentCorps, Kai-ama Hamer offers best practices

How ParentCorps prioritizes participant and practitioner voices in data collection

We are so thrilled to share this piece about our Detroit partnership with Starfish Family Services.

In the parenting program, caregivers learn strategies that help build predictability in children's lives.

How two of our partners make an impact on the social-emotional health of their school community

We asked our team members to share their thoughts. Here’s what they said.