Outreach Parent Liaisons
Outreach Parent Liaisons are available in different communities around Wyoming to:
- Provide technical assistance to schools at various levels of intensity.
- Offer workshops to parent groups and schools on educational topics such as standards and strategies for increasing parent engagement.
- Work with parent teacher groups on activities that help link what is happening at school to the learning at home.
- Meet with community groups to encourage a greater understanding of the role families play in their child’s education.
- Provide a voice for families in the communities and schools that they serve.
Contact the Outreach Parent Liaison in your area.
Terri Dawson, PHP Executive Director
BS Social Work-- University of Wyoming, MPA-- University of Wyoming
Terri Dawson has been the Executive Director of Parents Helping Parents of WY, Inc. since it's inception in 1991. She directs both the Parent Information Center and the Parent Education Network from the central office in Buffalo. She and her husband are the parents of three young adults-- their middle child, Ted, has Down Syndrome. At 23 years old, Ted moved out and has since been living independently with supports, in his own single apartment, and has full time employment.
Terri has been actively involved in Special Education and parent involvement in education for the past twenty years. She speaks on parents rights and perspectives on Individuals with Disabilities Education Act around Wyoming and the nation. She is passionate about positive parent involvement in schools and working together to make a difference for ALL children.
Dara Johnston, PAT Coordinator
BA-- University of Notre Dame, MA Educational Pyschology-- University of Notre Dame
Dara has recently moved to the Buffalo area. She has traveled and lived internationally for years and is excited to be working with the many diverse peoples of Sheridan and Johnson County. Dara also has a wealth of experiences working with various foundations and non profit agencies both in and out of a school setting. Region: Buffalo
Natalie Pique, Family School Partnership Liaison for Natrona Co
BA Psychology-- University of Wyoming
Natalie works with Title 1 schools in Natrona County to help improve family engagement that will lead to academic success for all children. Natalie has been actively involved in Natrona County School District as a substitute teacher, PTA/PTO member and officer, and volunteering in the schools and classrooms that both of her children attend. She has experience working with students and families in the community and schools in Casper. She and her husband have lived in Casper for the past 9 years with their two boys.
Ethelyn Sharpe, PAT Parent Educator
BS Education-- Oklahoma Christian University
Ethelyn and her husband have two adult children. She has taught first grade and preschool for fifteen years in Colorado, Oklahoma and Wyoming. She is excited to be working with parents and young children to enhance their early learning experiences. Region: Cheyenne
