Puma Pawd

Being Intentional About Family Engagement


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Paul, Turner, Latoya, Brittany, and Dana discuss the process and findings of the ongoing efforts to enhance family engagement within the Pinebrook community. They address the importance of involving parents in their children's education, share insights from research on family engagement, and reflect on survey feedback from parents. They highlight various strategies to foster connections between parents and the school, such as celebrating student achievements and organizing events that invite parents into the school environment. The discussion emphasizes the need for continuous improvement and the value of community collaboration in supporting student success.


  • Dr. Dana Varona, Music Teacher
  • Ms. Brittany Harris, General Education Teacher
  • Ms. Latoya Davenport, Dean
  • Ms. Turner McAllister, Assistant Principal
  • Mr. Paul Thiessen, Principal


Takeaways

  • Family engagement is crucial for student success.
  • Research shows that strong family involvement leads to better academic outcomes.
  • Simple actions at home can significantly impact children's learning.
  • Surveys help identify barriers to parent engagement.
  • Celebrating student achievements fosters a positive school culture.
  • Building relationships with parents enhances communication.
  • Parent walkthroughs provide insight into classroom dynamics.
  • Feedback from parents is essential for continuous improvement.
  • Engagement efforts should be ongoing, not one-time events.

Community collaboration is key to supporting students.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Family Engagement Efforts
02:51 Understanding the Need for Family Engagement
05:54 Research Insights on Family Engagement
09:00 Surveying Parent Perspectives
11:45 Identifying Barriers to Engagement
15:03 Celebrating Student Achievements
17:49 Building Connections with Parents
21:07 Implementing New Strategies for Engagement
23:57 Parent Walkthrough Experience
26:49 Feedback and Reflection on Engagement Efforts
30:04 Continuous Improvement and Future Steps
32:52 Closing Thoughts and Community Appreciation


Resources Used:

  • Review of Family Engagement Resources

Survey Results

  • Initial Survey
  • Mid-Year Survey
  • Parent Walkthrough Feedback Survey Summary
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Puma PawdBy Paul Thiessen Jr