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Partnering with Families to Empower Student Learning     

Discover how to design a family engagement plan that honors diversity, builds trust, and strengthens learning. Learn inclusive strategies to deepen your connections with families and boost student outcomes. Registration is required as space is limited. 

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About This Professional Development Course

Schedule

1 week course that runs from Sept 17-24. 

Format

100% online; mostly asynchronous with 1 live virtual class on Sept. 17 at your choice of 9a.m., 3p.m., or 9p.m. ET.

Cost

Free

 

 

Earn

1 CEU + a certificate of completion

Course Description 

Strong family partnerships are key to student success. This course supports educators in building meaningful, sustained partnerships with families by honoring their strengths, needs, and lived experiences — across all cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Participants will begin developing a personalized, equity-focused family engagement plan grounded in student data and supported by AI-powered tools to enhance communication and accessibility. From virtual conferences and home visits to cultural celebrations and family storytelling, teachers will explore inclusive, innovative strategies that build relational trust and promote student success across diverse communities. 

When: Wednesday, Sept. 17 Wednesday, Sept. 24  |  Where: Virtual PD 
 
There is one live session offered at these convenient times (choose what works best for you!): Sept. 17 at 9a.m., 3p.m., or 9p.m. ET. 
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Wondering if this PD is right for you?  

This course is perfect for current and aspiring educators around the world looking to enhance family engagement in their classrooms and educators seeking CEUs.


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