Parent Education Requirements

In addition to volunteer hours, parents are also required to complete 10 education hours per year to stay informed and engaged in their child’s academic journey. These hours can be earned by attending workshops, guest speaker events, webinars, and other educational opportunities provided by the school. This requirement ensures that parents have the tools and knowledge to support their child’s growth and development both inside and outside the classroom.

Each family is required to complete 10 hours of approved Parent Education hours each school year.

Completed forms can be turned in to the front office or emailed to Cathy Allard at [email protected].

Upcoming Parent Education Opportunities

LG Parent Education Hour Opportunities:

Return the signed last page of the Parent Student Handbook

Attend the What to Expect meeting for your child’s grade level (2 hours per family)

Attend the Kindergarten Meeting (1 hour per family)

Attend the New Parent Meetings (1 hour per family)

Attend the Ice Cream Social (1 hour per family)

Attend the Annual Giving Event at the Main Event (1 hour per family)

Chaos to Clarity - Live Masterclass <click the link to sign up now

1 parenting hour per class

Florida Wildflower Foundation Webinars <click the link for more info

1 parenting hour per webinar

October

Pints of Science Lecture Series:

10/7/26 - New World Tampa

Ticket Link: https://www.newworldtampa.com/events/pints-of-science-october-edition

10/22/26 - SHAMc Safety Harbor

Ticket Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pints-of-science-tickets-1997497316244

2 Hours per Family per Lecture

October Clean Up by Pure Initiative on 10/11/26 8-10 AM @ Robles Park Tampa, FL - 2 Hours per Family

Reserve a spot through Eventbrite in advance

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/october-clean-up-tickets-1987531879354?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Florida Native Plant Gardening

Oct 08, 2026 11:30 AM to 12:30 Noon

Learn the principles of native plant gardening including plant selection, where to find them and how they support our native birds, bees and butterflies. Native plants are also a sustainable solution for reducing water consumption while maintaining a thriving ecosystem. Discover the environmental impact of including them in your landscape.
Free, to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1994947641097?aff=oddtdtcreator

Water Wise Workshop: Harnessing the Rain

Oct 15, 2026 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Turn everyday rainfall into a sustainable water source for your yard! During this workshop, you will learn step-by-step how to set up a rain barrel and put rainwater to work in your landscape. Learn practical, budget-friendly techniques to conserve water, limit stormwater runoff, and protect local waterways. This is a free event. Rain barrels are available for purchase for $45 and ready for pick-up after the class at a scheduled time. https://HarnessingtheRain1026.eventbrite.com

Florida Forests Hike

Oct 16, 2026 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM

Venture out along the Flatwoods Trail loop with Natural Resources Agent, Lara Milligan to learn all about her most favorite thing...TREES! Get ready to look up and explore the world of trees.

REGISTER HERE: https://www.explore.pinellas.gov/pinellas/programs

Bat Box Building Workshop

Oct 24, 2026 10:30 AM to 12:00 Noon

Learn how to build your very own bat box! In this workshop you will learn about proper bat box placement and mounting, additional information specific to our local bat species, and other fun facts about bats! This bat box should be mounted at your home or that of a friend or family member. Registration is required, SPACE IS LIMITED.
REGISTER HERE: https://batboxbrooker.eventbrite.com

Vertical Oyster Garden (VOG) Prep Workshop

Oct 26, 2026 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

During this workshop, you can help drill or "punch" holes in oyster shells to prepare them for VOG assembly (at a later date). You will also have the chance to take home a pre-assembled VOG if you wish! REGISTER HERE: https://brookervogs.eventbrite.com

November

Screech Owl Nest Box Building Workshop

Fri, Nov 6 • 10:30 AM Brooker Creek Preserve & Environmental Education Center

November Clean Up by Pure Initiative on @ Picnic Island Park by Pure Initiative 11/08/26 8-10 AM - 2 Hours per Family

Reserve a spot through Eventbrite in advance; Address: 7404 Picnic Island BLVD, Tampa, FL 33616

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/november-trash-cleanup-tickets-1987532188278?aff=ebdssbdestsearch#location

Click the link to submit your parenting hours Log Sheet

Each family is required to complete 10 hours of approved Parent Education hours each school year.

If you have a Parent Education opportunity or suggestion on a class you would like to see added, please send to [email protected].

If you have a Parent Education opportunity or suggestion on a class you would like to see added, please send to [email protected].