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How to end the school year on a high note- and help prepare students & families for summer

Class parties. Award ceremonies. Graduation and more. We know that your students and families look forward to these traditions at the end of each school year, as a way to […]

Supporting high need students and families with distance learning

All families are struggling to adapt to the “new normal” of remote learning. This is especially true for families of students with learning differences. Many have been deprived of the […]

Engaging Families in Tough Times

Families want a great education for their children. But challenging circumstances–like a job loss or sudden illness–can make it hard for families to be in touch with teachers as much […]

Here to help – TalkingPoints for Schools and Districts FREE

As you know, TalkingPoints provides a family engagement platform with two-way translation, coaching and content. As a mission-driven non-profit, we’re focused on what we can do to best help our […]

5 Tips to Jump Start Your Connections with Families

The beginning of a new school year can be quite a busy time for you. You’re setting up a new classroom, planning your lessons, and most importantly, building connections with […]

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6 Tips for Engaging Parents Before, During, and After Back to School Night

The beginning of the school year brings lots of new and exciting things for teachers, families, and students! One of those is always Back to School Night, where teachers get […]