Learning Objectives

  • How can family events and volunteer programs support students’ success in school?
  • What do I need to consider when preparing for, organizing, and hosting a school or classroom event involving families?
  • How can back-to-school or transition events pave the way for teachers, students, and families to have a successful school year?
  • How can I ensure that all families are comfortable attending a school cultural event? How do the roles of community collaborators facilitate inclusion of school cultures?
  • How can I organize successful family events that focus on a specific content area, such as family literacy or STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math)?
  • How can volunteers be recruited and trained for a variety of roles in the school and community setting? What policies should school districts adopt concerning volunteers? What strategies are effective in retaining school volunteers?