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Research shows that parents’ involvement in their kid’s learning is the strongest predictor of academic success. When schools, teachers, and parents come together to form a team, kids benefit. But how can we get started? Use these three ideas to engage families as partners in teaching and learning. ⤵️ 1️⃣ Empower families to embrace their expertise. Families can be their children’s first and most important teachers. They tend to know their kids best and can have valuable insight to share. Help families realize this by disrupting the idea that educators are the only “experts” that need to be listened to. Families come with their own expertise about their children and how they best learn. 2️⃣ Listen to families. Encourage families to keep sharing what is working— and not working— at home. When you invite families to share how learning is going, truly listen to them. Come to conversations with a series of open-ended questions that you can ask. If you’d like to engage families as partners in their children’s reading development, ask questions such as: Is your family able to make time for at-home reading time?; What is working? What would make it easier for you?; Where could you use more support or guidance? Cultivate patience, curiosity, and compassion. Do not try to direct the conversation or answer parents’ requests immediately. Instead, allow yourself time to truly listen. Dedicate time to reflect— ideally with colleagues— on what you heard families say, then make a plan for moving forward. 3️⃣ Foster collaboration. To truly support students, we need to create a culture that invites parents’ voices and incorporates structured approaches that bring families and schools together. Work together with families to get clear on where their child is at academically and set goals for improvement. Create a plan together to support these goals both inside and outside of school. By keeping the lines of communication open, you can create consistency with the language and approaches being used at home and school. Working towards common goals creates a seamless support system for students. #StudentSuccess #Education #Educators

Thank you, NYC Reads Initiative for being a champion for our mission. We're so proud of Ms. Poe and the team from P.S. 40Q. #literacymatters

Children perform better in school when their families are interested in their education. Children perform better in school when they have good attendance. Children perform better in school when their caregivers talk to their teachers and advocate for their needs. Children perform better in school when their caregivers read with them at home. And yet, such involvement is often a challenge for parents and caregivers who are juggling multiple jobs and navigating language and cultural barriers. So, here's to the donors committed to helping schools and families overcome those barriers, which is critical to the pandemic learning-loss puzzle. #Education #Literacy #StudentSuccess #FamilyEngagement

From lazy days by the pool to thrilling camp experiences, summer literature can ignite imaginations, spark curiosity, and create lasting memories. ☀️ 🏖️ 🏕️ Check out our recommended summer book list for pre-K through third-grade students. #SummerReading #Literacy #Booklist https://lnkd.in/gKDBhMrJ

With the support of Abell Foundation Inc., we have reached over 27,000 young people and their families in Baltimore City and achieved remarkable literacy gains. Read our latest blog post to learn why Abell Foundation's Joe Manko refers to our work as the"triple good" 🌟📚 #Gratitude #EducationSupport #Literacy https://lnkd.in/gX6DwjiS

Juneteenth is a powerful reminder of the long and ongoing journey toward equality and justice. To help kids understand the significance of Juneteenth, we've curated a book list that brings this history to life. From inspiring tales of courage to reflections on freedom, these books are perfect for educating and engaging young minds. #Juneteenth #SummerReading #Literacy

Pride Month provides an opportunity to teach children about diversity, inclusion, and respect for all individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. By introducing these concepts at an early age, we can help foster a more accepting and inclusive society for future generations. We’ve curated a Pride Month book list for children in PreK through 3rd grade ⤵️ #PrideMonth #LGBTQIA #Inclusion

Discover how one of the largest urban school districts in its state, serving over 300,000 students, successfully launched a groundbreaking summer literacy program with our help. #Literacy #SummerReading #SummerPrograms

Want to know how this district achieved such remarkable reading gains? Keep reading. ⬇️ This district followed our FELA steps to achieve success with their pilot: Step 1: Built Their Team. Before the program began, teachers participated in professional development to learn the FELA framework, which includes developing family engagement strategies, conducting successful family workshops, and collecting student assessment data. Steps 2 & 3: Gained a Baseline Assessment and Set Goals When the program started, teachers assessed each student’s reading level using the DIBELS reading assessment. They then grouped children with similar reading levels for small group instruction and developed at-home reading practice targets with families. Step 4: Practice, Practice, Practice Each week during the program, students practiced reading with their teacher and during small group instruction. Family workshops were held to teach families reading strategies to help them purposefully read with their child. Outside of school hours, students and families read independently and together, applying the skills they learned in the workshops. Step 5: Conducted Progress Assessments Teachers measured students’ reading progress using the DIBELS reading assessment* to measure growth in reading fluency. Step 6: Celebrated Achievements At the end of the program, teachers hosted a celebration to recognize the students’ hard work and achievements. #Education #Literacy #K12Education

Did you know? We put together a specially curated booklist that is relevant to cultures, communities, or holidays celebrated each month. This month's list honors the rich diversity and vibrant cultures of the AAPI community. It is designed to inspire young readers, broaden their perspectives, and foster a deeper understanding of the #AAPI experience. By integrating these narratives into our literacy programs, we aim to create inclusive learning environments where every student feels seen and valued. #AAPIHeritageMonth #Literacy #Education