Parents as Teachers National Center

Founded in Missouri in 1984, Parents as Teachers serves more than 202,000 children in all 50 U.S. states, more than 100 Tribal organizations, schools and communities, five other countries and one U.S. territory. Its internationally recognized network uses an evidence-based model to deliver parent education primarily through personal visits and group meetings, equipping parents with knowledge and resources to prepare their children, from prenatal through kindergarten, for a stronger start in life and greater success in school. Parents as Teachers programs operate in various settings, including schools, hospitals, faith-based organizations and housing communities.

As the birthplace of Parents as Teachers, Missouri has been the origin of many programs that have served as models for other states and even other countries. Over the years, we've launched several partnerships in Missouri that demonstrate our commitment to helping families and children succeed. That's in addition to the 500-plus programs and affiliates representing every Missouri school district and served through our partnership with the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE).