Families and Students

School Leader Resources for Families and Students

A school's culture reaches beyond the staff room and into the community around it. These resources help school leaders bring families and students into the school culture they are building.

On a small round table lays a stack of children's books. Next to it is a sign-in sheet, and small pieces of paper with colorful papers on them. A colorful rug is in the background.
On a small round table lays a stack of children's books. Next to it is a sign-in sheet, and small pieces of paper with colorful papers on them. A colorful rug is in the background.

Read Together, Grow Together

A family reading activity that connects home and school.
45-60 min
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Back-to-School Night Ideas That Families Will Remember

A list of ideas to engage families and students.
1-2 hours
A hand holds up a pennant that says "first day" on it. Blue sky in the background.

Celebrating the First Day: Fun Ways to Welcome Students

A menu of easy, high-energy ideas to make your school's first day feel like a celebration.
20-45 min
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One Message, One School

A school culture guide helps principals plan a unified kickoff with scripts.
30-60 min (per session)
A person writes on the sidewalk with chalk. Message says "outdoor movie night."

Outdoor Family Engagement Activities

Outdoor family engagement activities for schools, from picnics to glow runs, that help families and staff connect.
30-60 min
Three sheets of paper with lists of ideas are on a white bulletin board. A blue boarder and markers are around them.

35 Fun-Raisers for School Spirit

Ideas organized by category, from big events to quick wins, ready to help schools raise money.
Varies
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Family Connection Projects

A year-round family engagement project for school leaders.
Ongoing
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Classroom Support Program

A list of tips for organizing classroom volunteer programs.
Ongoing
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5-Minute Ideas for Family Engagement

Quick family engagement ideas for schools, from phone calls to postcards.
5 min
A man sits at a desk with a notebook, coffee cup, and open laptop. He fills in a bingo card with a blue pen.

Family Connection Bingo

A bingo card full of family engagement activities.
Ongoing

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