Goals and Objectives of this Course:     

• Reflect on assumptions and insights of practitioners, researchers and self, specific to family engagement in education.
• Understand the role communication plays in the engagement of families and students.
• Explore how family support is imperative to student achievement.
• Apply strategies like strength based thinking, home visits and student led conferences that will engage families in their student’s learning.
• Create and analyze classroom tools that will assist parents in understanding the importance of their role in the education of their students.
• Develop and recreate family engagement opportunities to build relationships, welcome, honor, and connect with families.