NEW BEGINNINGS

New Beginnings is a parenting program offered through the Phenix City Public Schools. Since teen pregnancy can jeopardize the education, health, and financial resources of the teen mother, the future may not hold great promise. To address the needs of these at-risk students, the Phenix City Public Schools developed the New Beginnings Parenting Program. The goals of the New Beginnings Program are to assist the student to: 1) Prevent unplanned pregnancies 2) Care for herself during and after pregnancy 3) Acquire parenting skills 4)Secure employability skills 5) Continue education in an environment of encouragement and support 6) Develop problem-solving and decision-making skills Pregnant students enrolled in the Phenix City School System are referred to the program by their school counselor, teachers, parents, principals, or staff. The student will remain in the program one term or until the end of the school year in which her infant is born. Requirements for admission: 1) Be enrolled in the Phenix City Public Schools 2) Have parent or guardian consent 3) Have medical confirmation of pregnancy Special Services: - Medical and social services transportation during school hours - Flexible scheduling - Self-contained classroom environment - Academic instruction - Career planning - Employability skills - Support groups - Nutrition education - Parenthood education courses