1. FOSTERING FAMILY CONNECTIONS AUDREY JONES

2. The way schools care about children is reflected in the way schools care about the children’s families. - Joyce L. Epstein

3. …the majority of parents want their children to do well in school and have a desire to help their children succeed. -K. L. Mapp

4. …because parents and teachers help children more when they reinforce each other. -R. Sharma

5. FIRST CONTACT  Welcoming email  A thank you note for attending the open school

6. FAMILY INPUT

7. COMMUNICATION ROUTINES

8. INCREASING ACCESS Send communication in the preferred format Be open to different ways in which families can contribute Be explicit in sharing ways that families can help E-mail hand outs and PowerPoints from meetings to those unable to attend Create regular opportunities to meet with families, before and during the term. Offer translation services where applicable.

9. SHARING IDEAS 5 minute brainstorm 10 minute share Q & A

10. FIN THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME