Family Support Specialists develop relationships with school personnel, parents and students to:

• Serve as a liaison and break down the barriers that interfere with the ability of the student to successfully learn in school.

• Connect families to school and community support services and programs in the area.

• Encourage and facilitate family involvement in their child's learning.

• Engage the parents in school activities to promote their child's educational success. 

• Promote positive behavior and attitudes in students through positive skill-building.

• Help link families to basic necessities and resources such as food, clothing, and housing information.