Families & the Community
Education news, analysis, and opinion about efforts to engage parents and community members in the education of young people.
See also: Parents, Community Engagement, Communications
Families & the Community New Research Finds a Crucial Factor in Reducing Chronic AbsenteeismJust as strong connections with parents can boost students' academic achievement, new research shows the same is true in fighting absences.
Families & the Community The Biden Administration Is Investing More in Parent Engagement. Will It Be Enough?The U.S. Department of Education announced $11 million in grants to support parent and family engagement.
Families & the Community District Leaders Are Walking a Fine Line on Cellphone Policies. What That Looks LikeAdministrators point to strategic ways to design student cellphone policies that parents won't oppose.
Families & the Community Letter to the Editor Do Not Platform ExtremistsMoms for Liberty's words have no place in this periodical, writes a principal in this letter to the editor.
Families & the Community Reported Essay Parents’ Rights Groups Have Mobilized. What Does It Mean for Students?Parents' rights groups have led the charge to limit teaching about race, sexuality, and gender. What will happen to students who miss out?
Families & the Community Opinion How to Reengage Parents in Their Children's SchoolingA healthy partnership between families and schools involves both educators and parents helping each other do better.
Families & the Community Video Tips From Acclaimed Teachers: Navigating the Family DynamicState teachers of the year offer advice on how to build and manage parent and family relationships.
Families & the Community Opinion We Need to Recalibrate the Parent-Teacher RelationshipAs students continue to grapple with learning loss, emotional trauma, and social isolation, both parents and educators need to help.Families & the Community Webinar Transforming Family Engagement in K-12 Education with AISponsorThis content is provided by our sponsor. It is not written by and does not necessarily reflect the views of Education Week's editorial staff.Discover how Artificial Intelligence is transforming family engagement in schools through two-way communication.
Families & the Community What the Research Says Does Parent Involvement Really Help Students? Here's What the Research SaysParent involvement can lead to improved student outcomes, research shows, but some forms are more helpful than others.
Families & the Community Social Media Is Always Changing. Here's How Districts Can Best Communicate With FamiliesA communication consultant recommends that school districts pick their platforms and be consistent about using them.
Families & the Community 'Parents Can't Trust Their Schools,' Moms for Liberty Co-Founder Tiffany Justice SaysThe co-founder of a national group that's become integral to Republican politics rejects criticism that her organization stokes division.
Families & the Community Opinion Certain Topics Spark Parent Pushback. I’ve Decided to Teach Them AnywayI found myself wondering how to cover Pride Month and Juneteenth without being targeted by a Facebook frenzy and a vigilante campaign.
Families & the Community Opinion How AI and Other Tech Tools Might be Used to Strengthen Family-School PartnershipsToo often, investing in building parent relationships is seen as a frill and not central to student learning.
Families & the Community Pomp and Khaki Pants: What to Consider When Setting Graduation Dress CodesDistrict leaders should consider equity, enforcement, and community relationships when setting graduation dress standards.
