Innovative Family Engagement Strategies for School Leaders
“If it’s predictable, it’s preventable.“
Matthew Moyer
In his webinar, Matt Moyer shared practical family engagement strategies focused on inclusive event design, flexible scheduling, whole-school traditions, strong communication, and authentic relationship-building.
Key Takeaways
1.Vary Event Scheduling for Inclusivity: Use flexible names, dates, and times for events to increase accessibility and boost family participation.
2. Design Grade-Level Experiences: Offer grade-level specific events to create more meaningful, personalized engagement for families.
3. Promote Across Multiple Channels: Communicate consistently through email, social media, flyers, and other platforms to ensure all families stay informed.
4. Strengthen Connections Through Home Visits: Use home visits as a way to celebrate student success and build trusting school-family relationships.
5. Leverage Event Media for Engagement: Share photos and videos from events to highlight participation and encourage future involvement.