Relationships First: The Small Moments That Change Everything
Written by Amanda Ensor Time to read: 5 minutes Summary: Why a one-minute text on a child’s first day of school can build more trust than any formal communication plan […]
Progress Updates with Purpose: Making Student Data Family-Friendly
Authored by Amanda Ensor Families want to support their child’s learning. But they can only do that when they understand how their child is doing in school. For many parents […]
Nicolet Elementary: Meeting families where they are, one text at a time
This post is part three of our Green Bay Area Public Schools (GBAPS) co‑authored series on how schools are using TalkingPoints to build stronger relationships with families. Contributors: Lori McArthur, […]
Entering 2026 with the power of positivity in K-12 school communication
Written by TalkingPoints A positive start to the new year “Once you replace negative thoughts with positive ones, you’ll start having positive results.” — Willie Nelson January is a time […]
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 […]
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 […]