Apply Now: 2017 State Parent Advisory Conference
We're excited to announce that applications are open for the annual State Parent Advisory Conference! The SPAC Conference will happen at...
Inside the ELECT Fatherhood Conference: Listen to the ELECT Song, Watch the Shoot-Out, and see our T
The inaugural ELECT Fatherhood Conference was a success! Watch videos of the conference, view photos of the attendees, and be sure to...
Teen Dads Write Song Celebrating Fatherhood, Shoot Hoops, and Learn New Skills, too
Male students of the District's ELECT Program gather on the Sixers's court during the first annual ELECT Fatherhood Conference. Music...
Family Engagement Best Practices: Creating Inclusive Environments for Spanish Speakers
The Alexander K. McClure School Home and School Association (HSA) recently conducted a successful—and fun!—March meeting, where they...
FACEtime with Our Staff: Marlicia Johnson, Director of Family Outreach & Education
Marlicia Johnson, as she puts it, is a “proud product of the School District of Philadelphia.” Born and raised in North Philadelphia,...
Introducing: SAC Academy!
For the first time, School Advisory Councils are mandatory in the District (starting in school year 2016 – 2017), meaning that there are...
Families Share Insight on New Report Card Format
The Office of Family and Community Engagement (FACE) knows that when it comes to making important decisions that will affect the lives of...
"Friends Of" Group Supports Family Engagement at Chester A. Arthur School
On February 2, 2017 Friends of Chester Arthur (FOCA), a community group that supports Chester A. Arthur School in Graduate Hospital,...
Liaison Interview: Engaging Families by Building Relationships
Bringing families into schools is difficult work. It takes coordination, constant and consistent follow-up, and, most importantly (and...
Parents Gather to Learn about Special Education
The atrium of 440 N. Broad Street was once again packed for February’s Family Engagement Workshop. February’s workshop focused on special...
