ABCTE Family & Community Engagement Flashcards

Which of the following is considered a best practice for communicating with families about student progress?

Answer: Providing regular, proactive communication through multiple channels

Research shows that proactive, multi-channel communication builds trust and keeps families informed, supporting better student outcomes.

What is the primary goal of family engagement in education?

Answer: To support student learning and development at home and school

Family engagement aims to create partnerships between home and school that support student academic achievement and overall development.

According to research, what is the relationship between family engagement and student achievement?

Answer: Strong family engagement is linked to higher academic achievement and attendance

Decades of research confirm that strong family engagement is associated with improved academic performance, better attendance, and higher graduation rates.

Which of the following strategies best supports families with limited English proficiency in school engagement?

Answer: Providing translated materials and interpreter services

Providing translated materials and interpreter services removes language barriers and ensures all families can meaningfully participate in their child's education.

What does Title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act require regarding family engagement?

Answer: Schools receiving Title I funds must implement meaningful family engagement policies

Title I requires schools receiving federal funds to develop and implement written family engagement policies and involve parents in planning school programs.

Which type of parent involvement involves families supporting learning at home?

Answer: Learning at home

Epstein's framework identifies 'learning at home' as family involvement where parents support academic learning through home activities, homework help, and educational discussions.