Many changes occur during the middle childhood years. It is a transition period for children as well as adults. Your child is growing and changing, becoming more independent, and their focus can shift from family to friends. Being a parent becomes more complicated and many times challenging. It is extremely important to be involved in your child's life during these years not only academically but socially and emotionally. Now, more than ever, your child needs your guidance, encouragement, love, and support. Below are some useful resources to help guide you through the middle childhood years.

School Based Parent Resources:

Parent Liaison: Mrs. Newhard 484-765-4733 newhardja@allentownsd.org

Outreach Worker: Mrs. Cruz de Alvarez 484-765-4731 cruzdealvarezg@allentownsd.org

Communities in Schools Site Coordinator: Ms. Fernandez 484-765-1764 fernandezga@allentownsd.org

Internet Based Parent Resources:

http://school.familyeducation.com/study-skills/educational-issues/34584.html

http://kidshealth.org/parent/positive/family/net_safety.html

https://www.nagc.org/resources-publications/resources-parents

http://www.drugabuse.gov/parents-educators

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