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What if Culture Is the Strategy for District Improvement?

Written by Kate Pechacek Most district strategic plans contain dozens of initiatives. New curriculum adoptions, attendance campaigns, mental health supports, technology implementations, staff retention efforts. Each one is driven by […]

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A 5-part series on breaking barriers, building trust, and driving educational equity with AI

Right now, the discussion about AI in education is everywhere—dominating headlines, inspiring hope, and raising tough questions. From breakthrough innovations to concerns about equity and ethics, the conversation is loud […]

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5 midyear moves for family engagement: What to keep, shift, or strengthen

Written by Heather Dooley As the calendar turns and the second semester approaches, district and school leaders have a unique opportunity to pause, reflect, and recalibrate. What’s working well when […]

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Beyond holidays: 5 ways to build meaningful connections in every season

Written by Paige DeLozier The power of year-round family engagement in K-12 classrooms With the support of families and the right family engagement strategies, you can create classroom celebrations and […]

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Fueling positive school culture: Districtwide solutions for family engagement

Written by Kate Pechacek Why districtwide challenges require a unified culture Every district is charged with the same bold mission: ensure every student leaves the K–12 system ready for college, […]

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The benefits of Universal Family Engagement for districts & communities

The systemwide power of family partnerships Written by Kate Pechacek What is Universal Family Engagement? Universal Family Engagement is the practice of improving outcomes for all students by fostering effective […]

10 years of TalkingPoints: How AI is transforming education for families and schools

A 5-part series on breaking barriers, building trust, and driving educational equity with AI Right now, the discussion about AI in education is everywhere—dominating headlines, inspiring hope, and raising tough […]