Spring Family Engagement that Sets Up Success
Testing, registration, staffing changes, transitions, summer planning — every message feels urgent, and communication volume ramps up fast. But when pressure rises, trust matters more than ever. In this final session of our three-part series, discover a simple family engagement playbook to help your district lead spring with clarity, strengthen trust with families, and lay the groundwork for a stronger summer and fall.
Start the Year Strong: Relationship-First Family Partnerships from Day One
Family partnerships are one of the strongest levers for student success. Ari Gerzon-Kessler, author of On the Same Team, and Amanda Ensor of TalkingPoints share a relationship-first framework, stories from schools that built real trust with families, and practical tools your staff can use from day one.
The Missing Piece in Attendance Improvement: Stronger Family Partnerships
How East Central ISD gained nearly 32,000 instructional days. Researchers and district leaders on why family partnerships, not notifications, drive real attendance improvement.