Each resource below for schools is aligned with the Ohio Whole Child Framework’s “Family Engagement” component. Using these resources, schools can build strong systems-level family engagement practices supporting student learning and growth.
Family and Community Partnerships Reflection Tool for Family-Facing Professionals
Welcome to our reflection tool for educators and anyone else who is serving families on a regular basis! By using the tool below, you will
Ohio’s Model Parent and Family Involvement Policy
“Ohio has both a law and a State Board of Education and Workforce policy providing guidance for family and civic engagement” (Ohio Department of Education
Response Strategies when Families Share Hard Things
Communication between home and school is at the center of strong home-school partnerships. It is helpful to educators when families share their questions and concerns.
Video: Closing the Learning Gap: A WOSU PBS Episode with Dr. Boone
In this PBS video, which aired on October 17, 2022, Dr. Barbara Boone talks about how families can work with their child and their child’s
Micro-Credentials in Family Engagement for Educators
The National Education Association provides 8 micro-credentials in family engagement for educators. Strengthening family, school, and community bonds is a critical factor in raising student
Article: A Multi-Tiered Approach to Family Engagement
No two families are alike, so why should a school’s approach to supporting families be cookie-cutter? Read our article published in EL Magazine to learn