SEDL Insights, Vol. 2, No. 2: How Districts Can Lay the Groundwork for Lasting Family Engagement

Family engagement in a student’s education can lead to improved student academic achievement, attendance, and behavior. Yet many districts and schools still struggle to form strong partnerships with the families they serve. Having a supportive district-level infrastructure is key to the success and sustainability of family engagement initiatives. This issue of SEDL Insights outlines district supports that can lay the foundation for high-impact family engagement.

SEDL Insights on How Districts Can Lay the Groundwork for Lasting Family Engagement

1. Provide training and supports for both educators and families.
2. Integrate family engagement standards and measures into educator evaluation systems.
3. Leverage funds and resources from multiple sources.
4. Create staff positions dedicated to family engagement.
5. Focus on school improvement instead of procedural compliance.
6. Make student and school data accessible and meaningful to families.