familyengagement
Family engagement is the collaborative process through which families participate in the education, health, and development of children, and where institutions partner with families to support learning and well-being.
Effective family engagement involves two-way communication, respectful partnerships, cultural responsiveness, and equitable access to opportunities.
In education, it includes regular communication between schools and families, opportunities for families to contribute to
In health care and social services, family engagement means involving families in care planning, respecting family
Benefits include improved student achievement and attendance, greater parental satisfaction, stronger alignment between home and school
Implementation requires leadership support, multiple access points (in-person, online, community venues), language and cultural accommodations, flexible
Common challenges include time constraints, distrust, language barriers, and inequitable access. Programs often use family advisory
Evidence indicates that systematic family engagement is associated with positive outcomes in education and health, though