Family Engagement

Family Engagement means that a family is actively involved in their child’s learning whether that be a school event, coordinating a family session or meeting other families at the school.

As part of S4, we value the role that families play in children’s education.

The resources listed below cover a variety of topics specifically compiled to engage families and work together to keep our community safe.

Frequently Asked Questions Around Family Engagement in S4

Family Engagement Manual:
Here, we have compiled information and strategies to support family engagement as part of S4. Use these resources to develop your own strategies at your school to promote families’ meaningful participation in S4 to create common language and extend learning into the school community as we all work together to keep our community safe.

1. Introduction

a. Family Engagement – Introduction, Framework
b. Promoting Resilience
c. Strengths-Based Filter
d. What is Family Engagement in S4?
e. S4 Framework for Family Engagement

2. Importance of Family Involvement

a. Actions Families Can Take to Help Their Children Succeed in School
b. Benefits of Family Involvement to the School Community
c. Benefits to the school
d. Importance of Family Involvement in Children’s Learning

3. A Welcoming School Environment

a. Engaging Diverse Families
b. Feedback Box
c. Reaching out to Diverse Populations
d. Resources for Families
e. Setting up a Family Resource Library
f. Setting up a Family Space in Schools

4. Involving Families in Schools

a. 7 Steps for Building an Engaged Community
b. Benefits of Volunteering
c. Benefits to the Community
d. Building Blocks for Family Volunteering
e. Building Social Capital
f. Communication in Schools
g. Strategies for Increasing Volunteerism

5. School Champion Team

a. S4 Family Champion
b. Getting Started – Setting up your Family Champion Team

6. Community Resources

a. Engaging Community Supports