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.
The Role of the SEA in Family Engagement: Using the SFEC program to create family engagement systems
Webinar | Aug 11, 2025
In this recorded webinar, systems leaders from Colorado and Connecticut share how State Education Agencies can strengthen family-school-community partnerships through the Statewide Family Engagement Center program.
Key takeaways include:
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Why family-school-community partnerships (FSCP) matter at the state level
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Real-world examples from state leaders driving change
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Practical steps to build sustainable FSCP systems
Facilitator:
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Diana Suarez, Coaction Collective, Founding Partner
Panelists:
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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, SFEC Program
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Dr. Veronica Marion, Connecticut Statewide Family Engagement Center, Director
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Dr. Judy Carson, Connecticut State Department of Education
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Lacy Wood, Consultant
Watch to learn evidence-based strategies that can shift mindsets, strengthen infrastructure, and equip state leaders to advance family engagement systems.
Resources:
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SACPIE – https://www.cde.state.co.us/sacpie
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Coffee Chats – https://www.cde.state.co.us/familyengagement/fscp-coffee-chat
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Promising Partnership Practices – https://www.cde.state.co.us/familyengagement/promising
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P–12 Family, School, and Community Partnerships Framework – https://www.cde.state.co.us/familyengagement/p-12_fscp_framework
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Colorado SFEC – www.RMFEC.org
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Core Competencies – Google Drive Link
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Systemic FSCP “How To” Guide – https://www.cde.state.co.us/familyengagement/systemicfscp_howto
A special thanks to our facilitator and panelists—Diana Suarez, Dr. Darcy Hutchins, Dr. Judy Carson, Dr. Veronica Marion, and Lacy Wood—for sharing their experiences and strategies, and to everyone who contributed in the chat. It was my pleasure to share about the RMFEC with this team.
We hope the ideas and examples from this session spark new ways for you to strengthen partnerships in your own state, district, or organization.
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!
