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Engage families to share their stories, emphasizing family engagement's importance and benefits, including diversity considerations. Overcome barriers like language and lack of confidence through existing events and small group discussions. Guide families in telling great stories through resources and mentorship, enhancing family engagement for mutual growth and success.
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Family Engagement What is it? Why is it important? What are some opportunities?
Family Success Stories Why do you want family stories? How does your program benefit? How does a family benefit? What have you done before?
Family Success Stories Consider every family Diversity and combo of services Look beyond academic/social Highlight a benefit of quality
Possible Barriers Language / lack of confidence Time / work requirements Fear / distrust Privacy concerns
Engaging Families Existing events Small group discussions What do families like most? Concerns/ideas?
Telling a Great Story Leanne Grace
Next Level of Family Engagement Sign PA’s Promise declaration Mentor another parent/family Help with events Help find other family stories
Helpful Resources Learning is Everywhere paprom.convio.net/liec Be Your Child’s Champion paprom.convio.net/champion Community Outreach Tools /community_education