In contrast to the simple family involvement versus family engagement dichotomy found in much of the current literature, To promote family engagement, we must be intentional in learning about the families in our schools. Marriage and the family are the central social institutions that must be supported and strengthened, not undermined. How we organize our society — socially, economically, legally and politically — directly affects human dignity and the ability of every human person to grow in community. Call to Family, Community, and Participation. This archive of free, downloadable newsletters shares examples of featured practices of school, family, and community partnerships, solutions to challenges, and guidelines for continuous improvement in program development. implications for productive family–school–community relations. The person is not only sacred but also social. News about Families and Family Life, including commentary and archival articles published in The New York Times. It is important to make an initial connection, invite families in to engage in conversations and start to develop an awareness of each family’s needs, preferences and prior experiences in terms of involvement with the educational community. Family involvement can benefit all children, especially those less likely to succeed in school. 2 call to family, community and participation The human person is not only sacred, but social. (2008). Family engagement means that families and their children’s schools, learning programs, and ECE professionals are all involved in the child’s learning and development. Build the community with family partnerships: Engage families. Family involvement has been shown to benefit children from diverse ethnic and economic backgrounds. The following day, my friend Alyson Valpone said, "Our beautiful vulnerabilities are expressed not only through stories of our successes and struggles but also through the food we consciously or sub-consciously chose to bring that evening: A first-attempt homemade Raw Food recipe; The latest 'fad' condiments; a dish with a personal story just as pure as the ingredients. NEA Policy Brief . Parent, Family, Community Involvement in Education. There is a partnership between the ECE professional and the family, and a connection to the community. 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