Berea Community Elementary celebrates Family Friendly Schools certification
This process came to fruition because of the community helpers that were aligned with the school as well as the amazing people working inside the school.
Floyd Head Start and Preschool’s journey to Family Friendly Certification
Family engagement has been the backbone of the Head Start and preschool program since its conception in the 1960s.
Early childhood centers in Washington County earn Family Friendly Schools certification
Two of the early childhood centers in the Washington County school district – North Washington Early Childhood and Washington County Early Childhood – earned 2023 Family Friendly Schools certification, along with four other schools in the district.
Floyd County highlights Kentucky’s move toward more engaging educational experiences
I attended the Prichard Committee’s Groundswell Summit held at Floyd Central High School in June. This annual event brings together Kentucky educators, families, administrators and other community leaders who are seeking new and innovative ideas for increasing student success, with a special focus on family engagement.
Family Friendly Schools: Pulaski High School makes school a place for family and students to grow
Once I became aware of the mission and goals of the Family Friendly Schools partnership, and had the opportunity to work with some wonderful people, I realized that it was something worth investing in.
Pine Knot Elementary achieves the Family Friendly Schools certification
The desire to see parents in a more inclusive, active role in the operations and decision-making at Pine Knot Elementary drove the leadership team to seek certification.
Kentucky Collaborative offering free Family Engagement in Education Learning Exchanges
The Kentucky Collaborative for Families and Schools is offering free Family Engagement in Education Learning Exchanges based on your interest and role in Kentucky schools.
Family Friendly Schools certification prioritizes family engagement
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) is partnering with the Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence, through its Kentucky Collaborative for Families and Schools, to encourage intentional family engagement through the Family Friendly certification.
Superintendents Advisory Council takes a look at family engagement resources
One of the best predictors of student success is the extent to which families are encouraging learning at home, Kathy Burkhardt, senior director of the Learning Grove and former superintendent of Erlanger-Elsmere Independent, told the Superintendents Advisory Council during a Nov. 17 meeting.