Precious Minds New Connections Program

What is the Precious Minds New Connections Program?

Precious Minds New Connections (PMNC), an initiative funded by the Kronkosky Charitable Foundation, is a parenting education program designed to help parents and other caregivers of young children become knowledgeable about the critical development of their children.

Topics presented include, Each Child–One of a Kind, The Power of Emotional Connections, Helping Babies Build Brains, Common Patterns of Growth and Behavior, Supporting Development–Infants, Supporting Development–Toddlers, Promoting Positive Behavior and Temper Tantrums, and Supporting Early Learning through Play.

What does PMNC provide?

• Parenting enrichment classes that run for eight weeks meeting once a week for 2 hours
• Classes are available in English or Spanish
• Classes are offered mornings and evenings at several locations
• Classes are available from August to May
• Childcare provided during classes
• Free meal provided for adults and children
• Certificate of completion with 75% attendance (at least 6 out of 8 classes)
• Graduates and their children under 4 years of age receive a one day ticket to the San Antonio Zoo.

Who is eligible to participate in PMNC?

This program is for parents, expectant parents, foster parents, grandparents, and other caregivers of children under 4 years old.