National Family Engagement Month

Fairfax County Public Schools sent this bulletin at 10/31/2023 10:30 AM EDT

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National Family Engagement Month

November is National Family Engagement Month! This month reminds us that families are children’s first and most important teachers, advocates, and nurturers. Over 35 years of research shows that the most effective way to increase student achievement is for families to be actively involved in their children's education. The importance of family engagement will be highlighted during November as we celebrate and strengthen family-school partnerships. Strengthening relationships between parents, family members, schools, educators, and communities is critical to meeting our commitment to high expectations and excellence for all FCPS students.

Here are some ideas for you to celebrate this month.

  • Collaborate with your parent organization (PTA, PTO, Booster) to host an opportunity to network and learn more about partnering with the school.
  • Visit your local library or go online to get a library card for your child.
  • Practice digital safety and responsibility with your child. Ideas and tip sheets.
  • Commit to volunteer at your child’s school three times this school year.
  • Write letters to school staff for National Family Engagement Day on November 16, 2023.
  • Review your child's (grades 7 – 12) Academic Career Plan on Naviance and partner with their school counselor in developing goals.
  • Ask your child what they discuss in Morning Meetings and Advisory.
  • Discuss the FCPS Portrait of a Graduate skills with your child.
  • Post pictures on social media using #FCPSEngageFamilies or #FamilyEngagementMonth and tag @FSP_FCPS & @FRC_FCPS

Thank you for being our partners for student success and continuous improvement.