ParenTech is a technology information initiative designed to educate families about the impact technology has on the ways children learn, work, and live. Designed for parents of middle school students (grades 6-8), the ParenTech Resource Kit contains the following materials: (1) a poster that outlines suggested activities for promoting the value of technology; (2) "Does It Compute?," a parent guide on technology and education, (3) "When I Grow Up," a parent guide on technology and careers; (4) "Fast Forward to the Future," a parent guide on technology and society; (5) "The Librarian's Guide to Cyberspace for Parents & Kids" (American Library Association), including recommended World Wide Web sites and Internet safety tips; (6) an interactive CD-ROM entitled "Parenting in a Digital Age"; (7) a "Technology + Society" brief that highlights technology trends and predictions; (8) a brochure and letter describing this resource kit; (9) sample materials from a Teacher Guide; and (10) a "Principal's Tip Sheet." (MES)