“Raising the next generation is a shared responsibility. When families, communities and schools work together, students are more successful and the entire community benefits.”
The Nebraska Department of Education identified family engagement as an essential area of focus in its new Accountability for a Quality Education System, Today and Tomorrow (AQuESTT) within the tenant of Positive Partnerships, Relationships, and Student Success.
Engaging families and communities as partners with schools is essential, as the evidence is clear: partnerships contribute to children and youth’s academic and social success. Current family and community engagement research, websites, and promising practices are available via the links below.
Nebraska School, Family, and Community Engagement Framework
Community Partnerships and Support Services
Families and the Nebraska School, Family, and Community Engagement Framework
Student success relies on positive relationships between families, schools, and communities. In order to support families in their efforts to engage with schools, this version of the Nebraska School, Family, and Community Engagement Framework is intended to provide guidance directly to families, supporting their ability to effectively support their students in the 4 vital areas listed below.
Family Version of the Nebraska School, Family, and Community Engagement Framework
- Navigating the School System
- How to Access Information, Resources & Support
- Communicating with Schools
- How to Reach Out & Possible Barriers
- Advocating for Your Student
- Speaking Up for Positive Change
- Becoming More Involved
- Partnering in Multiple Ways