Building Strong Foundations: Elevating Family, School, and Community Partnerships at the State Level
Family engagement is essential for student success. Join state and national experts to explore why Family, School, and Community Partnerships (FSCP) matter, how states are leading this work, and practical strategies to strengthen FSCP infrastructure in your agency.
Key takeaways include:
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Why FSCP is critical at the state level
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Real-world examples from state leaders
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Practical steps to build effective FSCP systems
Speakers:
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Facilitator: Dr. Michael Andrews, Coaction Collective, Founding Partner
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Dr. Darcy Hutchins, Colorado Department of Education, Director of Family Engagement
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Kate Garvin, Rocky Mountain Family Engagement Collective, Sr. Director, Statewide Family Engagement Center Program
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Dr. Veronica Marion, Connecticut Statewide Family Engagement Center, Director CT Statewide Family Engagement Center
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Dr. Judy Carson, Ph.D., CT State Department of Education
Be inspired and equipped to elevate family engagement in your state.
When: Monday, August 11, 2025 | 1:00 – 2:00 PM MT
From Challenge to Change: One District’s Journey to Stronger Family Engagement
The Dual Capacity Framework identifies common barriers that prevent strong family-school partnerships—and these challenges can directly impact student success. But what if we could move past these barriers with practical tools, open communication, and intentional collaboration?
In this webinar, you’ll explore the core challenges outlined in the Dual Capacity Framework and how they appear in everyday district and school settings. Learn how Montrose County School District is overcoming these barriers through targeted educator training and authentic family listening.
Key Takeaways:
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Understand the main barriers to strong family-school partnerships
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Hear real examples of how Montrose County is driving change
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Gain concrete tools and strategies to strengthen family engagement in your district or building
When: Wednesday, September 10, 2025 | 10:00 AM MT
Past Webinars
Explore recordings from our past webinars, featuring practical strategies and real-world examples to strengthen family engagement at every level.
PRINCIPALS! What can YOU do as a school leader to uplift family engagement?
Webinar | December 5, 2024
Principals, transform family engagement in your school! Learn actionable strategies to:
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Strengthen communication with families
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Deepen relationships
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Build a culture of partnership
Discover a free professional development opportunity for your teachers to create lasting impact. Watch now and lead the way!
10 Creative Ways to Use State Funding for Family Engagement
Webinar | April 23, 2024
Watch our debut webinar from our family engagement series, where we delved into cutting-edge strategies. We were joined by local and national experts as they revealed insights on optimizing funding for family engagement initiatives in schools and districts. Check out this recorded webinar to enrich your understanding and drive positive change in education!
