As an educator, I was always taught to keep some distance from parents, and I’ve been doing that for over 20 years. But when I heard about Home Visit Partnerships, which gives teachers the opportunity to meet with students’ families in their homes, I wanted to see how it works.During…
To really understand a student, you need to know who they are outside of your classroom. A child’s story doesn’t begin and end with school – it’s rooted in their home life.I chose to participate in Home Visit Partnerships so I could connect with students’ families and get them to…
As a teacher, I make a point to get to know my students. I study each child’s personality, learning style, and favorite subjects so I can set them up for success. But I’ve realized that to really understand a student, I need to see who they are beyond the classroom.Home…
The positive effects of home visits are being noticed in communities across the country, as The New York Times highlighted in their recent article about how even for students as young as pre-K, the benefits can be profound. Stacey Vanhoy, Dallas Director of Stand for Children Texas, was featured in the…
United Way of Metropolitan Dallas announced today that Stand for Children—Dallas’ Home Visit Project has been selected as a 2020 Social Innovator. Only 10 organizations are selected each year. Participating organizations are recognized for tackling challenges in education, income, and health in North Texas. By investing in promising solutions, the…