Family Engagement Training to Go

Objectives Create a family-friendly environment Send a clear message that family involvement is welcome Actively reach out to the hard-to-reach families

Family Engagement What does family engagement look like?

Sending a Welcoming Message What in our rooms or centers illustrate family involvement? Is it clear that all families are welcome? Do we embrace less “traditional” families?

Creating a Welcoming Environment for Families Create a sense of welcome, community, and connection among families Share information about program goals, needs, and accomplishments Recognize and celebrate families

Families as Resources How can families support and enrich the program? Which families can help with what? How can more families be utilized as resources?

Connecting with the Hardest to Reach What keeps some families from being involved?

Building Bridges What strategies can help the program overcome barriers to family involvement? What has worked in the past?

Next Steps What ideas can be put into action soon? How can we gather more information about what type of opportunities program families need?