Helping families, schools and communities raise children to become responsible and successful adults.

Parenting

The EPIC parenting education model is built on the principles of active learning. EPIC curricula combine an instructional approach with an active learning model.

Family Engagement

Family engagement is a shared responsibility where schools and other community agencies are committed to supporting their children's learning and development.

Youth Services

EPIC offers youth based services to help face everyday challenges and guide towards academic success.

Professional Development

Training for professional and paraprofessional staff in supporting the work of parenting and family engagement.

“Because of the lessons learned in Ready, Set, Parent!, we have become much more settled and confident in raising our beautiful baby boy.” Ready, Set, Parent! participant

Events

23 Aug

Storytime - Weather Wonder

11:00am

EPIC Storytime Summer Series at Canalside, presented by M & T Bank. This week's theme - Weather Wonder with Andy Parker from Channel 7 - WKBW.

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25 Aug

Lackwanna Community Fun Days - Resources and Wellness Fair

11:00am

A FREE event, sponsored by Mercy Hospital of Buffalo and Community Partners of WNY, featuring various, health, wellness and safety resources available in the Lackawanna community.

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30 Aug

Storytime - End of Summer Fun

11:00am

EPIC Storytime Summer Series at Canalside, presented by M & T Bank. Join us for our end of summer party with WNED.

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6 Sep

Incredible Years - Parents and Babies

5:00pm

Free 8-week parenting workshop series designed for parents to learn skills and strategies on how to enhance their baby's social, emotional and language development.

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16 Sep