ORELA Family & Community Engagement 2

Question 1

In Joyce Epstein's Framework of Six Types of Involvement, which type specifically refers to parents serving as volunteers and audiences at school?

Accepted Answer

Type 3 – Volunteering

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Type 1 – Parenting

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Type 2 – Communicating

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Type 4 – Learning at Home

Question 2

In Epstein's framework, which type of family involvement focuses on families providing help with homework and goal-setting for learning at home?

Accepted Answer

Type 4 – Learning at Home

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Type 2 – Communicating

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Type 5 – Decision Making

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Type 6 – Collaborating with Community

Question 3

Which federal law requires schools to meaningfully involve parents in educational planning and placement decisions for students with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

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Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

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Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)

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Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)

Question 4

What does 'community asset mapping' involve in the context of school-family partnerships?

Accepted Answer

Identifying and cataloging community resources, organizations, and strengths that can support students

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Evaluating the property values surrounding a school to allocate funding

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Mapping school district boundaries to ensure equitable family access

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Conducting surveys to assess parent satisfaction with school services

Question 5

Which factor is MOST important when creating a welcoming school environment for diverse families?

Accepted Answer

Ensuring reception staff and physical spaces communicate inclusivity and respect for all backgrounds

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Displaying student artwork and academic awards prominently in hallways

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Providing complimentary refreshments at all school events for families

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Installing a family resource library near the school entrance

Question 6

Which practice BEST supports two-way communication between families and schools?

Accepted Answer

Establishing regular feedback mechanisms such as surveys, response cards, or conferences

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Publishing a detailed weekly newsletter covering classroom curriculum

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Creating a class website where families can view assignments and grades

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Posting school announcements on the district's social media accounts

Question 7

How should an Oregon educator respond when they become aware that a student's home environment may be significantly impacting the student's learning?

Accepted Answer

Document concerns and coordinate with school counselors and support staff while following mandatory reporting requirements

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Avoid involving the family to prevent the student from feeling embarrassed

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Immediately contact child protective services without first consulting school administration

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Address only the academic gaps in class and wait to see if the situation improves