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    • About
    • Council Officers & FSRs
    • PTA History
    • Past Council Presidents
  • Our PTA/PTSA Units
  • Is PTA for ME?
    • Why PTA?
    • Parent Resources
    • Student Resources
  • Council Committees
    • Advocacy >
      • How Can My Voice Be Heard
      • Issues
      • Indiana PTA Legislative Conference
    • Community Engagement
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • Founder's Day >
      • Vendor List Founders' Day 2025
    • Fundraising
    • Grants
    • Male Engagement
    • Membership >
      • Membership Dues At Work
      • Community Membership
      • 25-26 Council Discount Cards
    • PR and Marketing
    • Programs
  • Forms and Resources
    • Units In Good Standing
    • New Unit Board Members
    • Unit Resources >
      • Calendar
      • Effective Meetings
      • Getting Volunteers Involved
      • Printable Brochures and Handouts
      • Tips for Presidents
    • Indiana PTA Convention
    • National PTA Convention
    • Training and Learning Opportunities
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Parent Resources

The Parents’ Guides to Student Success were developed by teachers, parents and education experts in response to the Common Core State Standards that more than 45 states have adopted.  Created for grades K-8 and high school English, language arts/literacy and mathematics, the guides provide clear, consistent expectations for what students should be learning at each grade in order to be prepared for college and career.
Parent Guides
  • Parents' Guide to Success Booklet
  • Two-page Parents' Guides (Color)
  • Four-page Parents' Guides (BW)
  • Four-page Parents' Guides (Color)
  • Parents’ Guides to Student Success—Frequently Asked Questions
  • State Education Agencies
The guides include:
  • Key items children should be learning in English language arts and mathematics in each grade, once Common Core Standards are fully implemented.
  • Activities that parents can do at home to support their child's learning.
  • Methods for helping parents build stronger relationships with their child's teacher. 
  • Tips for planning for college and career (high school only).
Classes and Education opportunities


Caregiver Resources

Community resources are available for caregivers to access, including mental health services, emotional support, financial resources, and other social services.  Please review the following sites based on your particular need.  Some sites are search engines for locating resources in your area of residence.  To obtain additional information regarding resources for your area, please speak with your Regional Licensing Specialist or Family Case Manager. 
  • About Special Kids (ASK), Visit their website or call 1 (800) 964-4746 to access information and resources for children with special needs
  • Central Indiana Human Services Database
  • Child Support Services 
  • Crimes Against Children Research Center 
    • Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA)
  • Domestic Violence Counseling Providers for Indiana
  • Foster Parent College Training opportunities, free newsletters, and inexpensive resources
  • Indiana Protection and Advocacy Services, Empowerment and advocacy for the rights of individuals with disabilities.
  • Sunny Start
  • The National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy
  • VINELink, Track information about criminal cases and the custody status of offenders

Infant, Toddler, Child, and Youth Care

Obtain information regarding child safety, care, education, parenting and other resources. 
  • Infant/Toddler
  • Child/Youth
  • All Ages

Crisis Lines

  • Careline/Parent Stress Line, Call 1 (800) 244-5373 if you are having trouble finding the fun in parenting
  • Indiana 2-1-1 Call 2-1-1 for information and referrals to human services including food, shelter, employment, counseling, and much more.
  • Indiana Family Helpline Call 1 (800) 433-0746 for more information and referral for maternal and child health, WIC, dental providers, and more. Bilingual communication specialists are on staff.
  • Nineline Call 1 (800) 999-9999 for support and crisis intervention if you are caring for a teen faced with life changing issues. This line provides answers to tough questions about family, relationships, health, suicide, abuse, drugs and alcohol, sex and running away.
  • Toll Free Crisis Hotline Numbers

Parent, Custodian, or Guardian Resources

Parenting resources are available to access, offering information, tips, and support. 
  • National Fatherhood Initiative
  • Rise Magazine, A magazine by and for parents who have been involved in the child welfare system
  • Search Institute, parenting information and resources
  • Sunny Start
  • Taking it Home: A Survival Tool Kit for Parents Booklet

Links to Help Your Family

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