Families are a child’s first and most important teachers—and when families are engaged, students thrive. In this short, interactive webinar, you’ll discover why your role in your child’s education matters and learn practical ways to partner with their school this year.

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We’ll introduce six meaningful roles families play in supporting learning, share free resources like RMFEC’s Family Math and Literacy Guides, and highlight virtual programs designed to help families grow and connect. Whether you're helping with homework, sparking curiosity, or collaborating with teachers, this session will leave you feeling confident, informed, and ready to make a difference.

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Key Takeaways:

• Why family engagement really matters for your child’s success

• Six meaningful roles families play in supporting learning

• Free resources to use right away, like our math and literacy guides

• Opportunities to join engaging virtual programs for families

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.

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Key takeaways include:

• Why FSCP is critical at the state level

• Real-world examples from state leaders

• Practical steps to build effective FSCP systems

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Speakers:

• Facilitator: Dr. Michael Andrews, Coaction Collective, Founding Partner 

• Dr. Darcy Hutchins, Colorado Department of Education, Director of Family Engagement 

• Kate Garvin, Rocky Mountain Family Engagement Collective, Sr. Director, Statewide Family Engagement Center Program 

• Dr. Veronica Marion, Connecticut Statewide Family Engagement Center, Director CT Statewide Family Engagement Center 

• Dr. Judy Carson, Ph.D., CT State Department of Education

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Be inspired and equipped to elevate family engagement in your state.

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?

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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.

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Key Takeaways:

• Understand the main barriers to strong family-school partnerships

• Hear real examples of how Montrose County is driving change

• Gain concrete tools and strategies to strengthen family engagement in your district or building