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HIPPY


HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) is a home visitation program that makes an impact at all levels — family, school and community — by increasing school readiness and parent involvement.

HIPPY at Texas A&M School of Nursing

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HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) is a two-year, home-based educational enrichment program that builds on the natural bond between a parent and child. The home visiting model helps parents with limited formal education prepare their preschool-aged children for successful early school experiences and strengthens the bonds among schools, families and communities.  

  • Instruction is given weekly during home visits. Six additional parent meetings are held during the year based on topics chosen by parents.
  • HIPPY is a 30-week curriculum for ages 3 and 4 (by Sept. 1). Summer curriculum is also included.
  • Home educators role play curriculum with parents. This promotes a comfortable, non-threatening learning experience.
  • Staff includes a professional coordinator with background in education and training in the HIPPY model. The coordinator supervises home educators who make weekly visits.
Stacey Brown

Stacey Brown, MEd

HIPPY Coordinator
Linda Cortez

Linda Cortez

Family Home Educator
Nydia Garcia

Nydia Garcia, MPH

Community Relations & Education Manager
Jennifer Palafox Gomez

Jennifer Palafox Gomez

Family Home Educator
Alma Peraza

Alma Peraza

Family Home Educator
Carole Veal

Carole Veal

Family Home Educator