by Ernesto Mejía | Aug 6, 2025 | Family Engagement, Parents, Professional Development
Because family engagement doesn’t begin with a flyer about Back-to-School Night. It begins with understanding. The first step is for our educators to start discussing real-life challenges that families face every day, especially those challenges that might not be...
by Ernesto Mejía | Jun 20, 2025 | Family Engagement, Parents, Professional Development, Programming
Let’s keep it real: most of us finish the school year, jump into a million other things, and never stop to actually reflect on how our programming went. We move on without debriefing, without processing what worked and what didn’t, and definitely without asking...
by Lilyan Prado Carrillo | Jun 16, 2025 | Family Engagement, Parents, Programming
The way a school welcomes families to school events can make all the difference in their sense of belonging and their child’s success. Creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for new families isn’t just about a friendly hello at the front office—it’s about...
by Ernesto Mejía | Feb 11, 2025 | Classroom, Family Engagement, Parents, Programming
Family engagement in school events is crucial, but attendance often falls short despite educators’ best efforts. Why aren’t parents showing up? The reasons range from logistical barriers to cultural differences, and understanding these challenges is key to...
