Engagement values the voices of all students, families, communities, and educators.

• You invest time and resources in making it everyone’s job.

• All school staff understand the “first face” is a “first friend.”

• Your families feel valued.

• You take steps to build trust.

Engagement happens in school buildings, but also all across communities.

• Your school acknowledges that engagement happens in and out of the building.

• Your culture engages every family.

• Supports for the whole child are apparent and accessible.

• Your community wants to play a role in student success.

Engagement is commonplace and ongoing, not just one or two opportunities. 

• You expect to know each student and family personally.

• Your communication is responsive to what families want and need.

• You offer ample opportunities for parents to build their capacity.

• Your community collaborates toward student success goals.