Family Engagement Committee
This committee focuses on strategies for family engagement, including identifying and sharing of best practices.
Access the Family Engagement Guide Here
Upcoming Meeting Dates:
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July 27, 2022
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September 28, 2022
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November 23, 2022
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January 25, 2023
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March 22, 2023
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May 24, 2023
All meeting times are at 10:00 a.m. via conference call or Zoom. Please watch for communications from the committee chair regarding connection information.
Committee Information:
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November 2021 Agenda and Notes
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September 2021 Agenda and Notes
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July 2021 Agenda and Notes
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January 2021 Agenda and Minutes
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Handouts: Parent Communication and Staff Self Care
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Handouts: Talking to Kids
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Handouts: Family Surveys
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June 2019 Minutes
Resources on Family Engagement
How to Host an Engaging Family Night
Committee Co-Chairs:
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Billy Stone, Oakridge Neighborhood Services
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John Spinks, Oakridge Neighborhood Services
Committee Members:
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Amy Joens, DMPS
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Christine Carlson, Storm Lake CSD
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Claudia Gonzalez, Des Moines Public Schools
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Dema Abussaf, Des Moines Public Schools
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Hillary Huebner, Clinton
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Kaitlin Schmidt, St. Mark Youth Enrichment
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Linda Phillips, Des Moines Public Schools
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Madisen Gaskin, Des Moines Public Schools
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Megan Bogdan, YouthPort
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Patty Schmidt, Easton Valley/Andrew
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Stephanie Stulken, Cedar Rapids Schools
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Tricia Anderson, North Fayette
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Vic Jaras, Iowa Department of Education
This committee is staffed by the Iowa Afterschool Alliance. Contact: iaa@sppg.com.