Recruitment Starts For Middletown Parent Leadership Training Institute

MIDDLETOWN, CT — Middletown public school officials have announced the recruitment launch for the education system's 2025 Parent Leadership Training Institute cohort.

This transformative program is now accepting applications from parents and residents of both Middletown and the broader Middlesex County area.

PLTI offers a comprehensive, no-cost 20-session curriculum designed to empower parents and community members to become effective advocates and leaders for children and families. The program provides in-depth training in personal leadership development, civic engagement, and the intricacies of local and state government operations.

"PLTI represents our commitment to building stronger communities through parent leadership," PLTI Coordinator Karen Bernard said. "We're excited to extend this opportunity beyond Middletown to welcome participants from throughout Middlesex County."

The program's evidence-based curriculum focuses on several key objectives:

• Developing participants' leadership capabilities to effectively advocate for children and families
• Creating networks of skilled parent leaders who can support one another and drive positive change
• Enhancing parental involvement in policy decisions and system-wide improvements
• Strengthening parent-child relationships and improving outcomes through increased engagement

Interested candidates can learn more about PLTI by visiting:

• www.middletownschools.org/page/plti

Applications for the 2025 cohort are now being accepted at:

• bit.ly/middletownplti2025