Family Resource Center
The Family Resource Center (FRC) is available to the parents and families of all children who attend either Watterson Elementary or Klondike Lane Elementary schools. In addition, we serve families who live in the area but who do not have children attending either school.
Pattie Harry, FRC Coordinator
Lettie Buchanan, Home School Coordinator
FRC Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Phone: (502) 479-8971 or (502) 491-0169
Fax: (502) 485-8146
Email: pattie.harry@jefferson.kyschools.us
What is the Family Resource Center?
Family Resource Centers were created as part of the Kentucky Education Reform Act (KERA) to provide information and/or referrals to families in the school's 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?
Our 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 home school coordinator. 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, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Evening appointments may be scheduled by calling 479-8971.
Services and Referrals Available
Some of the services that the Klondike's FRC can provide or refer are as follows:
- Children's support groups
- Mental health services
- Expecting parent programs
- Recreational and family activities
- Day care referrals
- Assistance with clothing and school supplies
- Neighborhood Place referrals
- Childcare before and after school
- Educational enrichment activities
- Home visits
- Special events information
- Mentoring program
- Middle school transition program
- Free and reduced-price lunch assistance
- Every 1 Reads
- Seven County Services
- Health Services
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 |
Southeast Associated Ministries (SEAM) |
499-2298 |
Neighborhood Place |
962-3160 |
Newburg Health Center |
458-0778 |
Poison Control Center |
589-8222 |
Police, Fire, EMS |
911 |
TARC |
585-1234 |
Visit the JCPS Family Resource and Youth Services Center Web site to learn more about Family Resource Centers.