Family Engagement Basics
Parent, Family, and Community Engagement
What is the main goal of Head Start?
To support children and families in school readiness and overall success.
What is the most important part of good communication
Trust is built through being what?
Honest, respectful, and consistent
With families
True or False: Family engagement only happens during parent-teacher conferences?
False
True or False: Head Start only helps children
False
True or False: Families should feel hard and respected
True
True or False: Families are more likely to engage when they trust staff.
True
True or False: Families should choose their own goal
True
Name one way family advocates support families.
Helping with resources, goal setting, referrals etc.
Name one service that Head Start can help families with?
What is one example of active listening?
Eye contact, asking questions, repeating back what was said, nodding etc.
Follow through, listen, be respectful, keep appointments, be supportive.
Name one example of a family goal
Finding housing, getting a job, budgeting, parenting support, education, transportation etc.
Why is family engagement important?
It helps children and families succeed and build strong relationships.
What does school readiness mean?
Helping children to be ready to learn and succeed in school.
Should we use simple and clear language with families?
Yes
Why is confidentiality important?
It helps families feel safe and respected
Why should goals be realistic?
So families can successfully achieve them step by step.
Parents, caregivers, staff, and the community.
Family advocates work most closely with who?
Families and caregivers
What should you do before making assumptions about a family?
Ask questions and listen first
If you say you will call a family tomorrow, what should you do?
Call them tomorrow
What should happen after a goal is set?
Follow-up and continued support