Leading the way: 2024’s lessons in Universal Family Engagement
Written by Paige DeLozier As December ends and a new year begins, it’s important to reflect on what this year held for TalkingPoints and our partners. For TalkingPoints, 2024 […]
Teacher spotlight: Carving out student success with Sam Haven
Written by Paige DeLozier With eleven years of teaching experience in Aurora, Colorado, Sam Haven has had the privilege of instructing a diverse population of students across a wide […]
Family engagement & bullying prevention
Using TalkingPoints to connect, model, and promote awareness Written by Paige DeLozier With grades due and the holidays fast approaching, it’s easy to understand why educators and families are so […]
6 ways TalkingPoints removes barriers to communication with families
Written by Paige DeLozier Every teacher knows that effective communication with students’ families is essential to building a supportive classroom community. The reality, however, is that not all family […]
Moving from communication to engagement
Written by Paige DeLozier Welcoming students and families back to school is the first and most important task of the year. The impact this first impression has on relationships, […]
‘It’s your birthday!’ and other happy things
Written by Paige DeLozier At TalkingPoints, we believe that family engagement must include positive interactions. Dr. Karen Mapp, America’s foremost expert on family engagement, explains how making families […]