8 Simple Ideas for Connecting with Families

Strengthen school-home connections with these 8 ideas to engage families, build trust, and celebrate their contributions. From positive notes and creative bulletin boards to fun activities like family connection bingo, these strategies foster collaboration and support student success.

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Alissa Christensen
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Engage families by fostering strong school-home relationships that create a supportive, collaborative environment. Use these simple strategies to enhance involvement, build connections, and strengthen the home-school partnership for student success.

What's included

This resource includes five-minute family engagement ideas, a fun bingo card activity for staff to connect with families, and creative at-home projects that families can display at school. It also offers tips for organizing classroom support programs, encouraging families to volunteer and contribute their time.

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