Five Messages Every Family Should Get in Their Home Language Families participate more fully when messages feel welcoming, understandable, and truly two-way. These five message types help create clarity and connection right from the start and throughout the year....
As Thanksgiving approaches, our team has been thinking about what a meaningful year this has been and how thankful we are for the chance to work alongside so many incredible school districts across the country. Every district brings its own personality and priorities,...
Every fall and spring, schools across the country gear up for parent-teacher conferences. It’s one of the most important times of the year for family engagement, but also one of the most time-consuming. Between juggling schedules, sending reminders, and tracking...
We’re so excited to share some great news! Helen has been named one of Maine’s 40 Under 40 by Mainebiz! This recognition honors people making a real difference in their communities, and we couldn’t think of anyone who embodies that more than Helen. Where it all...
Parent-teacher conferences are one of the best ways to support student success — but for many families, getting there isn’t simple. Work shifts, transportation issues, or language barriers often keep parents from being part of the conversation. At Anoka Middle School...
Attendance is a big job, but I’ve seen a few tried and true strategies can make a real difference in how families engage and how consistently students show up. After supporting districts across the country, here are the areas I have seen move the needle most....
