Individual Professionals Path: Level 2
Learning Objectives:
- I can describe different tiers of support for family engagement.
- I can describe the roles for families in a multi-tiered approach to family engagement.
- I can investigate family needs and opportunities for engagement at each tier.
- I can determine school response and support strategies at each tier
- I can explain how and why families with shared experiences engage with schools to support their children.
- I can predict decision indicators for revising and adapting practices to center families’ needs and preferences.
Outcome: The outcome of this seminar is to create a multi-tiered plan for family engagement to support student learning and development in your setting.
Prerequisite: Foundations of Family Engagement or Unlocking Early Literacy with Family – Teacher Collaboration
Contact Hours: 60, equivalent to 6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Cost: Free
Schedule:
| Learning Block | Module Open Date | Module Close Date | Workshop Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Learning Block 1: A Tiered Approach to Family Engagement | January 9, 2026 | January 14, 2026 | January 15, 2026 |
| Learning Block 2: Really Getting to Know All Your Families | January 15, 2026 | January 21, 2026 | January 22, 2026 |
| Learning Block 3: Adapting to Families' Needs and Preferences | January 22, 2026 | January 28, 2026 | January 29, 2026 |
Learning Block: Corresponding module and workshop.
Module: Self-paced content that will be accessed through the Ohio Statewide Family Engagement Center website. Module will include all needed materials, assignments, and resources.
Workshop: Instructor-led online meeting of all seminar participants featuring application of knowledge and collaboration with other learners.
