Boletín para Padres Archives - AP-OD https://ap-od.org/category/parent-toolbox-spanish/boletin-para-padres/ Abriendo Puertas | Opening Doors Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:22:33 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://ap-od.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Logo_v2-100x100.png Boletín para Padres Archives - AP-OD https://ap-od.org/category/parent-toolbox-spanish/boletin-para-padres/ 32 32 Family Connections Issue #22 https://ap-od.org/2026/04/30/family-connections-issue-22/ Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:22:33 +0000 https://ap-od.org/?p=45176 Family Connections–Issue 22 is here! This issue highlights Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month and the importance of building early math skills at home. You’ll find simple, everyday ways to support learning through counting, sorting, noticing shapes, and comparing sizes, along with a short early math video resource and helpful myth-busting tips that show how children begin learning math from birth. ...

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This issue highlights Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month and the importance of building early math skills at home. You’ll find simple, everyday ways to support learning through counting, sorting, noticing shapes, and comparing sizes, along with a short early math video resource and helpful myth-busting tips that show how children begin learning math from birth.

Read our Parent Spotlight on Lucy and learn about her inspiring journey into parent leadership through AP-OD and the power of learning and community. Save the date for the 2026 National Latino Family Report Webinar and a webinar on engaging families in math through storybooks, and share your voice through a quick community poll.

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Este número destaca el Mes de la Concientización sobre las Matemáticas y la Estadística y la importancia de desarrollar habilidades matemáticas desde temprana edad en el hogar. Encontrará formas simples de apoyar el aprendizaje—como contar, clasificar, reconocer formas y comparar tamaños—junto con un breve video y consejos que desmienten mitos sobre cómo los niños aprenden matemáticas desde el nacimiento.

Lea nuestro Parent Spotlight sobre Lucy y conozca su inspirador camino hacia el liderazgo de padres a través de AP-OD. Reserve la fecha para el seminario web del Informe Nacional de Familias Latinas 2026 y otro sobre cómo involucrar a las familias en las matemáticas a través de cuentos, y comparta su voz en una breve encuesta.

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]]> AP-OD Family Connections Issue #21 https://ap-od.org/2026/04/15/ap-od-family-connections-issue-21/ Wed, 15 Apr 2026 23:17:36 +0000 https://ap-od.org/?p=45157 Family Connections–Issue 21 is here! This issue highlights Autism Acceptance Month and the importance of fostering acceptance, inclusion, and belonging for every child. You will find practical, family-friendly resources from Sesame Workshop’s See Amazing in All Children initiative, along with tips and guidance to support connection and kindness at home. You’ll also find an inspiring Parent Spotlight featuring Rosa Cardenas ...

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This issue highlights Autism Acceptance Month and the importance of fostering acceptance, inclusion, and belonging for every child. You will find practical, family-friendly resources from Sesame Workshop’s See Amazing in All Children initiative, along with tips and guidance to support connection and kindness at home.

You’ll also find an inspiring Parent Spotlight featuring Rosa Cardenas and her journey from parent to advocate, along with an upcoming AANHPI family series webinar on multigenerational living and an opportunity to share your voice through a quick community poll.

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Este número destaca el Mes de la Aceptación del Autismo y la importancia de fomentar la aceptación, la inclusión y el sentido de pertenencia para cada niño. Encontrará recursos prácticos para familias de la iniciativa See Amazing in All Children de Sesame Workshop, junto con consejos y orientación para apoyar la conexión y la amabilidad en el hogar.

También encontrará una inspiradora historia de Rosa Cardenas y su trayectoria de madre a defensora, así como el próximo seminario web de la serie para familias AANHPI sobre la vida multigeneracional y la oportunidad de compartir su voz a través de una breve encuesta comunitaria.

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]]> AP-OD Family Connections Issue #20 https://ap-od.org/2026/04/01/ap-od-family-connections-issue-20/ Wed, 01 Apr 2026 23:18:33 +0000 https://ap-od.org/?p=45074 Family Connections–Issue 20 is here! This issue centers on supporting families through challenging moments while reaffirming our commitment to creating safe, respectful, and connected communities. Read the Parent Spotlight on Edwin, whose journey highlights the power of everyday learning, patience, and father involvement. You’ll also find simple, practical ways to nurture your child’s love of reading at home, along with ...

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Family Connections–Issue 20 is here!

This issue centers on supporting families through challenging moments while reaffirming our commitment to creating safe, respectful, and connected communities. Read the Parent Spotlight on Edwin, whose journey highlights the power of everyday learning, patience, and father involvement.

You’ll also find simple, practical ways to nurture your child’s love of reading at home, along with helpful resources for family support. Don’t miss the upcoming webinar for AANHPI families and the opportunity to share your story and uplift others in the AP-OD community. Together, we continue to elevate family voices and strengthen the connections that help children and communities thrive.

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Esta edición se centra en apoyar a las familias en momentos difíciles, al tiempo que reafirma nuestro compromiso de crear comunidades seguras, respetuosas y conectadas. Lee la historia de Edwin, que destaca el poder del aprendizaje cotidiano, la paciencia y la participación de los padres.

También encontrarás formas simples y prácticas de fomentar el amor por la lectura en casa, junto con recursos útiles para el apoyo familiar. No te pierdas el próximo seminario web para familias AANHPI y la oportunidad de compartir tu historia y fortalecer a otros en la comunidad de AP-OD. Juntos, seguimos elevando las voces de las familias y fortaleciendo las conexiones que ayudan a que los niños y las comunidades prosperen.

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]]> AP-OD Family Connections Issue #19 https://ap-od.org/2026/03/16/ap-od-family-connections-issue-19/ Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:05:34 +0000 https://ap-od.org/?p=45039 Family Connections–Issue 19 is here! March is National Reading Month, and we’re celebrating the stories that connect us. This issue highlights how reading and storytelling strengthen family bonds, pass down culture, and help children grow with confidence and hope. Read our Parent Spotlight on Cristina and Ricardo Flores to see how they found support through AP-OD and discovered the power ...

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March is National Reading Month, and we’re celebrating the stories that connect us. This issue highlights how reading and storytelling strengthen family bonds, pass down culture, and help children grow with confidence and hope. Read our Parent Spotlight on Cristina and Ricardo Flores to see how they found support through AP-OD and discovered the power of reading and learning through play.

Don’t miss the upcoming webinar with Operation Parent on AI and youth safety as well as the opportunity to share your own story with AP-OD for a spotlight in a future issue. Together, we continue to celebrate stories and nurture strong, connected families.

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Marzo es el Mes Nacional de la Lectura, y estamos celebrando las historias que nos conectan. Esta edición destaca cómo la lectura y la narración de historias fortalecen los lazos familiares, transmiten la cultura y ayudan a los niños a crecer con confianza y esperanza. Lee nuestro destacado de padres sobre Cristina y Ricardo Flores para conocer cómo encontraron apoyo a través de AP-OD y descubrieron el poder de la lectura y el aprendizaje a través del juego.

No te pierdas el próximo seminario web con Operation Parent sobre IA y seguridad juvenil, así como la oportunidad de compartir tu propia historia con AP-OD para aparecer en una edición futura. Juntos, seguimos celebrando historias y fomentando familias fuertes y conectadas.

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]]> AP-OD Family Connections Issue #18 https://ap-od.org/2026/02/27/ap-od-family-connections-issue-18/ Fri, 27 Feb 2026 23:18:57 +0000 https://ap-od.org/?p=44923 Family Connections–Issue 18 is here! In this issue, we highlight how your everyday presence, care, and conversations create safety and stability for your children, especially during moments of uncertainty. Read Jennifer’s inspiring Parent Spotlight on community engagement and explore trusted resources from PBS KIDS and Sesame Street in Communities to help guide meaningful conversations and strengthen family connections. Plus, learn ...

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Family Connections–Issue 18 is here!

In this issue, we highlight how your everyday presence, care, and conversations create safety and stability for your children, especially during moments of uncertainty. Read Jennifer’s inspiring Parent Spotlight on community engagement and explore trusted resources from PBS KIDS and Sesame Street in Communities to help guide meaningful conversations and strengthen family connections.

Plus, learn about upcoming opportunities from the Brazelton Touchpoints Center and Operation Parent to continue building strong families and connected communities.

¡Conexiones Familiares–Número 18 ya está aquí!

En esta edición, destacamos cómo tu presencia, cuidado y conversaciones diarias crean seguridad y estabilidad para tus hijos, especialmente en momentos de incertidumbre. Lee el inspirador destacado de padres de Jennifer sobre su participación en la comunidad y explora recursos confiables de PBS KIDS y Sesame Street en Comunidades para guiar conversaciones significativas y fortalecer los lazos familiares.

Además, conoce las próximas oportunidades del Brazelton Touchpoints Center y Operation Parent para seguir construyendo familias fuertes y comunidades conectadas.

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]]> AP-OD Family Connections Issue 17 https://ap-od.org/2026/02/13/ap-od-family-connections-issue-17/ Sat, 14 Feb 2026 00:52:45 +0000 https://ap-od.org/?p=44870 Family Connections – Issue 17 is here! In this issue, learn how you can share your story for a chance to receive a $50 gift card, if selected. You’ll also read Hector’s inspiring Parent Spotlight and explore resources to support family well-being from Sesame Street in Communities and Mental Health America. Connect with local help through 211 and discover upcoming ...

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In this issue, learn how you can share your story for a chance to receive a $50 gift card, if selected. You’ll also read Hector’s inspiring Parent Spotlight and explore resources to support family well-being from Sesame Street in Communities and Mental Health America. Connect with local help through 211 and discover upcoming events from the Brazelton Touchpoints Center.

¡Conexiones Familiares – Número 17 ya está aquí!

En este boletín, descubra cómo compartir su historia para tener la oportunidad de recibir una tarjeta de regalo de $50, si es seleccionado. También leerá la inspiradora historia de nuestro Padre Destacado Héctor y explorará recursos para apoyar el bienestar familiar de Sesame Street en Comunidades y Mental Health America. Conéctese con ayuda local a través del 211 y descubre los próximos eventos de Brazelton Touchpoints Center.
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]]> AP-OD Family Connections Issue 14 https://ap-od.org/2025/12/16/ap-od-family-connections-issue-14/ Tue, 16 Dec 2025 17:48:15 +0000 https://ap-od.org/?p=44788 Family Connections Issue 14 is here! This month, we’re reflecting on the strength, resilience, and connection that define the AP-OD community as we close out the year together. Inside, we’re proud to spotlight inspiring Centro Hispano parents whose leadership and culture continue to uplift families and build stronger communities. You’ll also find our Winter Activity Guide, filled with simple, meaningful ...

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Family Connections Issue 14 is here!

This month, we’re reflecting on the strength, resilience, and connection that define the AP-OD community as we close out the year together. Inside, we’re proud to spotlight inspiring Centro Hispano parents whose leadership and culture continue to uplift families and build stronger communities. You’ll also find our Winter Activity Guide, filled with simple, meaningful ideas to help families connect, create traditions, and make lasting memories. As we look ahead to 2026, we look forward to continuing to build strong, connected communities together.

¡Conexiones Familiares – Número 14 ya está aquí!

Este mes reflexionamos sobre la fortaleza, la resiliencia y la conexión que definen a la comunidad de AP-OD al cerrar el año juntos. En esta edición, nos enorgullece destacar a los inspiradores padres del Centro Hispano, cuyo liderazgo y cultura continúan fortaleciendo a las familias y construyendo comunidades más fuertes. También encontrará nuestra Guía de Actividades de Invierno, llena de ideas sencillas y significativas para ayudar a las familias a conectar, crear tradiciones y generar recuerdos duraderos. Al mirar hacia el 2026, esperamos seguir construyendo juntos comunidades fuertes y conectadas.

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]]> AP-OD Family Connections Issue 12 https://ap-od.org/2025/11/14/ap-od-family-connections-issue-12/ Fri, 14 Nov 2025 21:47:02 +0000 https://ap-od.org/?p=44561 Family Connections – Issue 12 is here! In this issue, we share resources to help families facing challenges like food insecurity, highlight inspiring parent leaders from our National Parent & Caregiver Co-Creation Advisory Group, and offer tips to guide children toward purposeful technology use. You’ll also find upcoming Leading Change webinars featuring state-specific insights from the 2025 National Latino Family ...

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Family Connections – Issue 12 is here!

In this issue, we share resources to help families facing challenges like food insecurity, highlight inspiring parent leaders from our National Parent & Caregiver Co-Creation Advisory Group, and offer tips to guide children toward purposeful technology use.

You’ll also find upcoming Leading Change webinars featuring state-specific insights from the 2025 National Latino Family Report, plus a special feature honoring veterans and military-connected families whose resilience and courage strengthen our communities.

Together, we continue to grow, connect, and build hope, one family at a time.

¡Conexiones Familiares – Número 12 ya está aquí!

En esta edición compartimos recursos para apoyar a las familias que enfrentan desafíos como la inseguridad alimentaria, destacamos a líderes familiares inspiradores de nuestro Grupo Nacional de Co-creación de Padres y Cuidadores, y ofrecemos consejos para guiar a los niños a usar la tecnología con propósito.

También encontrarás información sobre nuestros próximos seminarios Liderando el cambio, que presentan hallazgos del Informe Nacional de Familias Latinas 2025, con datos específicos por estado, además de un homenaje especial a los veteranos y familias con vínculos militares, cuya valentía y resiliencia fortalecen a nuestras comunidades.

Juntos seguimos creciendo, conectando y construyendo esperanza, una familia a la vez.

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]]> AP-OD Family Connections Issue 10 https://ap-od.org/2025/10/15/ap-od-family-connections-issue-10/ Wed, 15 Oct 2025 23:16:10 +0000 https://ap-od.org/?p=44480 Family Connections – Issue 10 is here! This month, as we close out Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate the families who keep our culture alive every day through bedtime stories, shared meals, and songs sung together at home. In this issue, you’ll meet Darlyn, a proud Honduran mother of five whose AP-OD journey reminds us that learning and connection help ...

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Family Connections – Issue 10 is here!

This month, as we close out Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate the families who keep our culture alive every day through bedtime stories, shared meals, and songs sung together at home.

In this issue, you’ll meet Darlyn, a proud Honduran mother of five whose AP-OD journey reminds us that learning and connection help families grow stronger. You’ll also find simple, creative ways to celebrate culture through art, music, and traditions that spark pride all year long.

¡Conexiones Familiares – Número 10 ya está aquí!

Este mes, al concluir el Mes de la Herencia Hispana, celebramos a las familias que mantienen viva nuestra cultura cada día a través de los cuentos antes de dormir, las comidas compartidas y las canciones que se entonan en casa.

En esta edición conocerá a Darlyn, una orgullosa madre hondureña de cinco hijos cuya experiencia con AP-OD nos recuerda que el aprendizaje y la conexión fortalecen a las familias. También encontrará maneras sencillas y creativas de celebrar la cultura por medio del arte, la música y las tradiciones que inspiran orgullo durante todo el año.

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]]> AP-OD Family Connections Issue 9 https://ap-od.org/2025/10/01/ap-od-family-connections-issue-9/ Wed, 01 Oct 2025 21:07:35 +0000 https://ap-od.org/?p=44431 Family Connections – Issue 9 is here!As we continue celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re honoring the traditions, languages, and values that make our families strong. In this issue, you’ll meet a parent who shares how being fully present with her children transformed their connection, explore tips for celebrating culture together at local museums and events, and reflect on the powerful ...

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Family Connections – Issue 9 is here!
As we continue celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re honoring the traditions, languages, and values that make our families strong. In this issue, you’ll meet a parent who shares how being fully present with her children transformed their connection, explore tips for celebrating culture together at local museums and events, and reflect on the powerful legacies we pass down to the next generation.
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Seguimos celebrando el Mes de la Herencia Hispana, honrando las tradiciones, los idiomas y los valores que fortalecen a nuestras familias. En este número, conocerá a una madre que comparte cómo estar plenamente presente transformó su conexión con sus hijos, encontrará consejos para celebrar la cultura juntos en museos y eventos locales, y reflexionará sobre los poderosos legados que transmitimos con amor y orgullo a la próxima generación.
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