Focus on FACE - Family & Community Engagement

Philadelphia Futures Program Applications Opening January 2020!

Posted on December 3, 2019
Tags: college, enrichment, extracurriculars, high school, middle school, philadelphia futures
Categories: Family News & Resources

Philadelphia Futures is recruiting current 8th grade and 10th grade students for our two direct service programs. Admitted students will receive comprehensive, individualized college access and success programming including academic enrichment, college visits, tutoring, extracurricular clubs, summer programming, career exposure, college application guidance, financial incentives and support while in college! Students applying to the Sponsor-A-Scholar Program must...

Embrace STEM Over the Winter Recess

Posted on December 3, 2019
Tags: activities, family fun, STEM, winter break
Categories: Featured FACEs

We often hear of the summer slide for students, but let’s talk about the winter slide! Although winter recess is a lot shorter than the summer, it can still be a great time to keep your child learning, exploring, and growing. Consider setting up your child to embrace and explore science, technology, engineering, and math...

The Power of Community Partnership and Collaboration at Stephen Girard Elementary School

Posted on November 6, 2019
Tags: community partner, Girard, Library, literacy, Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel
Categories: Featured FACEs

Many people think of schools as insular communities that have their own systems, agendas, and cultures. At Stephen Girard School, we have witnessed what can happen when a school begins to incorporate its surrounding community and partners with neighborhood organizations. Stephen Girard School started a partnership with Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel, a local synagogue. Both...

Parent Thomas Bailey Teaches Us The Merits of Volunteering

Posted on November 6, 2019
Tags: #IVolunteerBecause, Bethune, Thomas Bailey, volunteer, Volunteer Awards
Categories: Featured FACEs

Many parents, family members, and community members feel hesitant to volunteer because they think they need endless numbers of hours. Thomas Bailey shows us through his volunteering efforts that you can volunteer in a way that works for your own lifestyle. Mr. Bailey won The Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Volunteer of the Year Award...

Eat Right Philly & Wellness Teams: Helping Our Students Succeed!

Posted on November 6, 2019
Tags: Eat Right Philly, health, Nutrition, SAC, Wellness Team
Categories: Family News & Resources, Featured FACEs

Did you know that physically healthy students are better learners? Implementing strategies that help students eat healthy and be active can result in decreased rates of student absenteeism, fewer behavioral problems, and higher school-wide test scores and grades. In order to promote the health and wellness of our students, the School District’s Wellness Policy states...

Questions for Families and Teachers for Productive Report Card Conferences

Posted on November 6, 2019
Tags: active listening, questions, report card conferences, Report cards, tips
Categories: Featured FACEs

As Report Card Conferences quickly approach, we realize that productive conversations must have both listening and responding between families and teachers. Asking specific questions and deeply listening to responses is critical in discussing student progress and future steps for growth. Read this article for suggested questions that family members and teachers can ask each other during...

What Family Engagement Means To Principal Marisol Rivera Rodriguez

Posted on October 1, 2019
Tags: Family Engagement Month, feedback, juniata park academy, partnership
Categories: Family News & Resources

People often ask – what is the key to strong family engagement? While it is hard to respond with one definitive answer for all schools, Juniata Park Academy Principal Marisol Rivera Rodriguez has used a great strategy: ask families what they want! Her commitment to parent and family input and programming led to her receiving...

SAT School Day and How Families Can Support High School Students with the SATs and PSATs

Posted on October 1, 2019
Tags: college resources, Free, high school, PSAT, SAT
Categories: Family News & Resources, Featured FACEs

In the midst of taking standardized tests throughout the school year, students may lose the big picture of their value. The SAT and PSAT exams, however, should be seen as gateway exams that open up more exposure and access into the college process. The SAT is an admission test accepted by all U.S colleges that...

Establishing Good Homework Habits

Posted on October 1, 2019
Tags: Help, homework, strategies, tips
Categories: Featured FACEs

Many teachers will assign homework for students to reinforce the hard work completed within the classroom. Supporting your children with their homework is a great way to remain engaged in their education and stay up to date with classroom news. Focus on FACE has compiled a few helpful tips to help you establish positive homework...

High School Resource: Ellis Trust for Girls

Posted on September 3, 2019
Tags: college, ellis trust, girls, Resources, scholarship
Categories: Family News & Resources

The Ellis Trust for Girls funds a range of exciting and meaningful experiences and opportunities to help girls strengthen their academic skills, develop their character, perfect their talents, and discover who they are and who they hope to be! In the 2018/2019 academic year, Ellis spent over $3,000 per student on enrichment activities. Over 200...

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