Family Partnerships: Foundations and Principles

This foundational training includes an overview of the research supporting family partnerships, articulates Michigan's definition of family engagement and supportive principles, and identifies evidence-based strategies for improving family partnerships and learning outcomes. Participants will be equipped with strategies to effectively integrate equitable family partnerships from the individual family to the school community, accelerating reading and learning outcomes.

Agenda

Welcome and Introductions
Family Partnership Foundations
Family Partnership Principles

Outcomes

Define family partnerships/family engagement and what primary principles support family partnerships
Articulate some strategies supporting family partnerships
Describe tools, resources, and examples to enhance family partnerships