Relationship is Everything: Simple Shifts to Engage Families Authentically
Partnership with parents and families is vital to student success. Research shows that when parents are involved at school, the performance of all the children at school, not just their own, tends to improve. At the heart of any partnership is relationships. Participants in this session will learn how simple shifts in existing structures at a school can move the needle in building trusting relationships and increase family engagement. Participants in this interactive session will leave with protocols, tools, and resources to take and immediately implement in their own settings.
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Teacher
Rocklin Academy Gateway
My name is Gina Moon. I have been an educator for more than 20 years. This year I will be using my passion for the arts teaching Art 1 to seventh and eighth graders in our middle school. I will also be using my heart for raising student voice to support our student leaders. I received a multiple subject teaching credential, as well as my Art credential from Sacramento State University. I have taught Fourth Grade, Sixth Grade, Seventh Grade, High School, and K-6 grade Art.
Principal/Dir. of Growth and Community Engagement
Rocklin Academy Family of Schools
Jillayne serves in dual roles at Rocklin Academy Family of Schools, a site Principal and the organization’s Director of Growth and Community Engagement. She brings a constant drive for excellence and equity and a deep commitment to Rocklin Academy Family of Schools’ mission and vision to her work. Jillayne is focused on creating the climate and systems to support Rocklin Academy’s continued growth and development. She leads the work of preparing for new schools by developing leaders, engaging with the community, charter school advocacy, and the charter petitioning process.
Parent Leader
Rocklin Academy Gateway
I have been volunteering over the years since my son was in TK at Rocklin Academy Gateway in various forms. He is going into 6th grade this year and my daughter will be in 4th. I've served on the executive board of our PSP (Parent School Partnership) and I am excited to share the knowledge gained through my recent 2 year involvement with CEI (Community Engagement Initiative). I've been married 16 years and I am very grateful for my "village" that allows me the time to give back to our school. Go Gators!
