Building Bridges: Parent Education for Work Development

Access to tech and creative industry employment

Expand existing project, program, or initiative (expanding and continuing ongoing, successful work)

Parent Education Bridge for Student Achievement Foundation LLC recognizes the widening achievement gap caused by the digital divide that hinders parental involvement in low-income and underserved communities. Research shows a strong correlation between parental involvement and student success to be able to find a high-paying job. However, these families often lack access to technology or the skills to use it effectively, further reducing parental confidence and hindering their ability to participate in the modern workforce. At the Parent Education Bridge for Student Achievement Foundation (PEBSAF), we bridge the digital divide by equipping parents in low-income and underserved communities technological skills and knowledge needed to actively participate in their workforce development process. By fostering a supportive home learning environment, we boost entry for good-paying jobs and upward mobility.

The LA 2050 grant would empower Parent Education Bridge for Student Achievement Foundation to significantly expand the existing program by bridging the digital divide in Los Angeles County. This will be achieved by providing laptops and internet access to families in low-income and underserved communities in Los Angeles, alongside enhanced training programs focused on leveraging Google tools to support their children's education.
Goals: Our goal is to bridge the digital divide for parents in low-income and underserved communities. We equip them with the essential technological skills and resources they need to not only support their children's education but also to unlock their career potential. Activities:
Digital Literacy Training: We will offer comprehensive digital literacy training programs, equipping parents with the essential skills and materials to navigate online learning platforms, access educational resources, and effectively communicate with teachers.
Parent Engagement Workshops: We will conduct interactive workshops on leveraging technology to support their children's learning journey. This includes topics like educational apps, creating a supportive online learning environment, and fostering communication with their children about schoolwork.
Expected Outcomes:
Enhanced digital literacy skills for parents, empowering them for future workforce opportunities.
Increased parental involvement to prepare their families for workforce development.

Imagine a future in Los Angeles County transformed. The digital divide vanishes, empowering families in low-income and underserved communities to actively participate in their children's education. PEBSAF equips parents with essential technological skills, turning them into active partners in their children's learning journeys. This translates to a significant increase in parents equipped to navigate online platforms, access educational resources, and communicate effectively with teachers.
A future-ready workforce emerges, with a surge in graduates boasting foundational skills and tech literacy necessary for success in high-demand careers in Los Angeles County. This in turn contributes to:
Economic Growth: Increased innovation and competitiveness for L.A. County businesses with a readily available pool of skilled technology talent.
Community Uplift: Improved employment opportunities for families, leading to greater economic stability within low-income and underserved communities.

Parent Education Bridge for Student Achievement Foundation measures success through multiple ways. Our data shows a significant 33% increase in test scores for students whose parents actively participate in their education after receiving laptops and training through PEBSAF. Parents participating in the program report a significant improvement in their understanding and use of technology to support workforce development in the future.
How We Measure Success:
Pre- and Post-Training Assessments: We assess digital literacy skills through standardized tests before and after training to measure parental skill development.
Parental Surveys: Surveys track changes in parent workforce development after receiving laptops and training, allowing us to quantify increased engagement with children's future.
Focus Groups and Interviews: Conducting focus groups with parents and educators provides valuable qualitative data on program effectiveness, satisfaction, and areas for further improvement.