Family Resource Center

(502) 485-8592

Krista Campisano, Coordinator

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Barbara LaRue, Clerk

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What is the Family Resource Center?

The Indian Trail Elementary Family Resource Center was created as part of the Kentucky Education Reform Act (KERA) to provide information and/or referrals to families in the Indian Trail community. Because there are many barriers that can get in the way of a child's success in school, the center works to ensure that needed resources and support are made available in order to remove any obstacles. The center also strives to provide an inviting, warm atmosphere where parents can feel comfortable and confident in taking an active part in the school and in the lives of their children. By working together, the center and families can replace educational barriers with bridges of opportunity and success.

Who may use the Family Resource Center?

The Indian Trail Family Resource Center serves all children, parents, and families in our community.

Who operates the Family Resource Center?

The center is operated by a full-time coordinator and a part-time clerk. An Advisory Council made up of parents, community members, and school staff also provides guidance in decisions concerning the center.

When is the Family Resource Center open?

The center is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Evening appointments may be scheduled by calling 485-8592.

Services and Referrals Available

	Childcare for Preschool and School-Age Children
	Health Services
	Prenatal Information
	Support to Child-Care Providers
	Parenting Skills Information
	Social Services Agencies
	Tutoring and Homework Help
	Home-Safety Workshops
	Support Groups for Parents and Students
	Family Fun Activities
	Field Trips
	Spring Break and Summer Activities
	Holiday Assistance
	Clothing Assistance
	Food Assistance
	Housing Assistance
	Seven Counties Counseling Services
	Volunteeers
	Transportation Information
	Indian Trail Information Rack

Important Telephone Numbers

Adult Education 485-3400
Child Abuse Hotline 595-4550
Child Support Division 583-0070
Community Action Agency 574-1157
Community-Based Services
(AFDC, Medical Assistance, Food Stamps) 595-4238
Domestic Violence Crisis Line 581-7222
Highview Health Center 231-1459
Jefferson County Public Schools 485-3011
Ministries United in South Central
Louisville (MUSCL) 363-9087
Neighborhood Place 962-3160
Newburg Health Center 458-0778
Poison Control Center 589-8222
Police, Fire, EMS 911
TARC 585-1234

Activities and Services Provided by the Indian Trail FRC in 2009-2010

Every1Reads program coordinator -- 32 tutors/mentors this year
Big Brother Big Sister school coordinator -- 5 matches
Health Promotions coordinator -- budget and spend $3700, meetings, and programming
ECHO Stranger Safety program in the spring in Primary grades
Vision and hearing screenings
Dental referrals and coordination with UofL Dental school
Eye glass referrals, work with Dr. Coker
Huge holiday assistance program
Coordinator for Secret Santa Shopping Spree (14 schools, 520 students)
Jefferson County Early Childhood Council Treasurer
Cradle School -- A parent and child early learning program for two- and three-year-olds, 14 weeks
Family Literacy Night
Family Math and Technology night
Middle school transition night
Showcase of Schools -- advertising with 5th grade and set up
Transition program with Newburg middle
Collaborations with Community Coordinated Child Care and parent referrals
YMCA child Enrichment Program referrals and collaborations
Summer Camp Kick Off 2010 (a showcase for families)
Basic needs referrals -- including clothing, food, rent, utilities, etc.
Uniform closet at school
Backpacks and school supplies for students (working with community too)
Lice checks and referrals
Interventions for health services, shots, physicals, insurance issues, etc.
Collaborations and referrals to PTA Clothing Assistance Program
PTA Board member, very active with their programming
Market Day chairperson
Fundraisers for FRC eight different programs (Box Tops, Meijer, Target, Tyson, Nestle Water, Campbell's Soup Labels, ink cartridge recycling, Foot locker program, Angels fund)
Yearbook club -- including fall, group and spring picture days
Seven Counties Counseling school coordinator
Mental Health counseling individual and family referrals
Referrals for tutoring to community centers and private tutors
Collaborations with Boy and Girl Scouts
Attendance committee chairperson, letters to parents, phone calls, etc.
Perfect Attendance schoolwide program
Home visits to parents, provide transportation to important meetings/appointments
Transport students to and from school when needed/emergency
Fire Safety Program -- collaborate with two fire departments
America Reads to Kids Day Community Partners
FRC Basketball league coordinator (10 schools, 12-week program)
After school programming, cheerleading, step team, basketball, volleyball, yoga, dances, etc.
Volunteer Records Check system coordinator
Student of the Month program
Pizza Hut Book-It program coordinator
Open Airways program, collaboration with Kosair Hospital
Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Grant -- gave all student and staff samples 3 times per week
Title I parent involvement focus group chair, in charge of budget
Grant writing -- Walking Path and Fruit and Veggie program
Accelerated Reader Program coordinator
Employment counseling with adults/parents