Breaking the Cycle: Address Chronic Absenteeism in Schools
Are you a parent, educator, community leader, or youth in New Jersey looking to strengthen school-family partnerships? Don’t miss out—be part of the movement to uplift New Jersey families, schools, and neighborhoods! Key takeaways include communicating effectively across school and home. Collaborating to support student success. Creating inclusive and welcoming school environments, addressing common challenges, and celebrating shared achievements. Gain tools to overcome challenges and celebrate shared achievements. For effective communication, collaboration on student success, and creating inclusive, supportive school communities.
Lunch and Learn: Back to School, Moving Forward
This workshop is designed for parents, caregivers, and community members who want to set students up for a strong and successful school year. We’ll share practical strategies to help families ease into new routines, stay organized, and build meaningful connections with teachers and schools. From managing schedules to fostering communication, you’ll leave with tools to help your child stay focused and confident throughout the year. Key takeaways include getting organized: learn how to create a consistent daily and weekly schedule that balances academics, extracurricular activities, and downtime. Building Your Team: discover who to contact at school for different issues, from teachers and counselors to the school nurse and administrators. Proactive Communication: Master the best ways to stay informed about your child’s progress, assignments, and any potential issues before they become major problems. Scheduling for Success: Get tips on structuring academic time at home, helping your child stay on top of homework and study routines. This event is part of a series dedicated to strengthening family-school partnerships across New Jersey.
Partnering With Your Schools: Collaborative Problem-Solving Family Engagement Edition
Are you a family member, educator, community-based organization, or youth passionate about fostering positive relationships and boosting student achievement? This is the webinar for you! We believe that when families, educators, community organizations, and young people work together, students thrive. Join us to learn how to build strong, effective partnerships. We’ll explore what true collaboration means, distinguishing meaningful engagement from simply working together.You’ll also discover essential tools and practical strategies to foster positive interactions among all stakeholders.Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and empower yourself with the skills to cultivate powerful partnerships.
Empowered Kids: Building Self-Control and Responsibility
Self-management is a life skill that helps children handle challenges and make good choices. This workshop introduces parents to how children regulate emotions, manage stress, and stay focused. You’ll learn how schools support this skill and leave with practical tools you can use at home to help your child build self-discipline and resilience.
Cultivating Thriving Communities: Creating Spaces Where Everyone Thrives
Culture and climate shape everything—from child engagement to staff morale. This webinar unpacks why a positive culture is foundational to academic and emotional success. Learn how to elevate staff and child voice, define core values that resonate, and use data to guide your path forward. Build a community where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.
The Power of Knowing Yourself: Cultivating Self-Awareness for All Ages
Having a child know themselves is the first step to managing emotions, making good decisions, and building confidence. In this session, we’ll explore how parents can help children of all ages—from kindergarten through high school—recognize their strengths, values, and feelings. You’ll leave with practical strategies and everyday tools to support your child’s self-awareness at home and better understand how schools are supporting this essential skill.
Building Strong School Partnerships
Are you a parent, educator, community leader, or youth in New Jersey looking to strengthen school-family partnerships? Don’t miss out—be part of the movement to uplift New Jersey families, schools, and neighborhoods! Key takeaways include communicating effectively across school and home, and collaborating to support student success. Creating inclusive and welcoming school environments, addressing common challenges, and celebrating shared achievements. Gain tools to overcome challenges and celebrate shared achievements. For effective communication, collaboration on student success, and creating inclusive, supportive school communities.
Middle School and High School Family Math
Join us for an interactive webinar designed to equip families with practical strategies to support math learning at home. Math in middle and high school can often feel challenging, but families play a crucial role in helping students succeed.Key takeaways include exploring ways to boost students’ confidence, build understanding of key concepts. Foster a positive mindset around math—no advanced equations required! Practical strategies to support math learning at home without needing advanced math skills. Ideal for families of students in grades 6–12, this webinar will help you feel more connected, confident, and ready to partner in your child’s math journey.
Social Emotional Learning 101 Workshop
Join us for an engaging introduction to Social Emotional Learning (SEL)—what it is and why it matters for your child’s success both in and out of the classroom. In this workshop, parents will learn about the five core SEL competencies, see how these skills manifest in everyday life, and walk away with simple, practical strategies to support their child’s emotional growth and resilience at home.
SEL 101: What Every Educator and Youth Worker Should Know
New to SEL or looking to strengthen your foundation?This session is your go-to guide for understanding the what, why, and how of Social Emotional Learning. We’ll take a deep dive into the five core competencies and equip you with practical strategies to support children’s emotional growth and resilience in any setting.
Father Side Chat! Engaging Fathers: Building Stronger School Communities
Fathers matter—and when they’re engaged, students thrive. This powerful webinar unites parents, educators, and community leaders to explore how father involvement drives academic, social, and emotional success. Moderated by Senator Benjie E Wimberly, the panel—featuring Peter Burgos and Doug Goulding—dives into barriers, strategies, and real-life stories that reveal the impact of supporting dads at school, at home, and in the community.
Empowering Families: Strategies for a Family-Friendly Learning Environment
Are you struggling to create enjoyable learning spaces? Join the New Jersey Statewide Engagement Center for a webinar: “Creating Family-Friendly Learning Environments,” where we will share practical strategies to transform any space—home, classroom, or community center—into vibrant learning spaces. Learn how to design diverse learning zones to maximize educational resources and foster creativity through fun, collaborative activities. Plus, discover ways to strengthen family engagement to boost student success at any age. Don’t miss this opportunity to improve learning wherever the children are.
Family Math During Elementary School: How can I help?
Join experts from the Center for Family Math and Erikson Institute’s Early Math Collaborative for a lively discussion about family engagement and how it can support math teaching and learning during the elementary school years. Common core, homework help, at-home games, and lots of resources for families and schools will be shared.
Family Math
This interactive webinar will explore practical strategies for creating a family-friendly learning environment that nurtures academic success, well-being, and engagement. Whether you’re a parent, educator, or community leader, you’ll gain insights into fostering positive relationships between families and schools, supporting students’ growth, and leveraging resources to enhance learning at home. Understanding the role of families in shaping students’ learning experiences. Practical tools for creating a supportive, inclusive learning space at home. Techniques for effective communication between educators and families. Strategies for balancing academic expectations with family life. Resources and activities that promote family involvement in education. Join us to learn how to empower families to play an active role in their children’s education, creating a thriving learning environment both at home and in the classroom.
Beyond Books: Strengthening Families with Library Resources
We invite you to an informative presentation on the library’s purpose and the wealth of resources available to students, families, educators, and community-based organizations. Learn how to access valuable library resources throughout New Jersey to support Family Engagement and student achievement. Discover how your local library can empower you with various educational and personal development resources. Explore hidden gems and resources available at New Jersey libraries. Access digital resources: eBooks, audiobooks, research databases, and much more! Discover programs for personal growth, education, and entertainment. Learn how to get a library card and start benefiting today! You don’t want to miss this opportunity to uncover how your local library can be a valuable tool for you and your family!
Jumpstart Your Summer: Family Engagement Through Summer Programs
There are many types of programs to consider for the summer months, each offering unique experiences. Depending on the specific interests or needs of the participants, summer camp options can vary from outdoor adventure to creative arts, academic enrichment, or even professional skill development. Join us for an engaging webinar tailored for families, educators, and community-based organizations to help you get ahead of the deadlines and prepare for the summer! Discover how to make the most of summer with exciting opportunities for students of all ages.
Stronger Together: Enhancing Mental Health Through Family Engagement
This session will provide valuable insights into understanding mental health in children and students, highlighting strategies for identifying, addressing, and intervening with mental health concerns. Families, educators, and community members will learn to recognize early signs of emotional challenges, foster supportive environments, and implement practical strategies to nurture children’s emotional resilience. Join us for an informative webinar on Promoting Mental Health and Well-Being: Resources and Strategies to Support Student Success. Together, we will explore how addressing mental health can create a strong foundation for their success both inside and outside the classroom.
2024
Surviving the Holiday Season: Strengthening Family Engagement
The holiday season brings a mix of emotions and challenges. Parents juggle work, holiday preparations, and keeping kids entertained, while educators focus on building family relationships and students look forward to traditions. Community partners are eager to support family engagement. Join us for an informative session with practical planning advice, shopping tips, fun activities, and strategies for family safety and well-being this holiday season. Let’s create a memorable and enjoyable time for your family and the community!
Family Engagement with the NJPTA
NJPTA is a network of families, students, teachers, administrators, business and community leaders devoted to the educational success of children and promoting family engagement in schools. NJFE Hub and NJPTA are working together to promote intentional and planned engagement through this collaborative webinar.
Literacy and Family Engagement
We are excited to invite you to our upcoming Literacy and Family Engagement webinar. This event is designed for families, educators, community-based organizations, and students. It aims to empower families with the tools and strategies to boost their children’s reading skills and foster successful student outcomes. Let’s work together to ensure every child has the opportunity to become a confident and skilled reader.
Family Engagement: Utilizing Social-Emotional Learning to Build Student Success
This webinar will delve into the crucial role of social-emotional learning (SEL) in supporting students’ mental health. We’ll explore practical strategies for fostering SEL through meaningful family engagement, helping to build trust, increase participation, and create a supportive environment for all students.
Family Engagement: Supporting Student Success
In this webinar, you will learn why Family Engagement is key to supporting student success and how strong partnerships between parents, schools, and communities can help increase students’ academic performance and long-term achievement. Join the conversation; Unlocking student success through family engagement.
Family Engagement: Summer Slide
Join us as we discuss the summer slide and share a variety of engaging summer activities for children of all ages! We will provide information to help families stem the summer slide with free and/or low-cost activities. Let’s keep the children learning while still having fun! Fun in the Sun! Summer Family Fun! Summer Smiles for Everyone!
Family Engagement: Back to School Moving Forward Together
This webinar will assist parents, students, educational professionals, and community leaders prepare for the hectic time of year associated with students’ return to school. Join us as we delve into these topics and provide valuable insights to enhance your preparation plans for the 2024-2025 school year, ensuring a smooth and successful transition for all.
