T.R.U.E. Family
Engagement Program 

This program outlines a comprehensive, six-module Family Engagement Program designed to support schools in building a whole-school, sustainable culture of collaboration with families and communities. Rooted in current research and best practices, this program emphasizes the importance of effective approaches and develops both family and school capacity to create reciprocal lasting partnerships that enhance student outcomes. 

How do schools implement the T.R.U.E. Family Engagement Program? 

  • Select a Package to Engage in Professional Learning:

    Schools can start with a foundational learning unit or opt for the full 6-unit series. 

  • Customize Content:

    Modules are adapted to reflect each school’s demographics, goals, and current engagement practices.

  • Apply Practical Tools:

    Schools receive frameworks, activities, and resources they can immediately use with families.

  • Add Coaching & Workshops: 

    Optional coaching sessions and family workshops strengthen the learning and expand community impact. 

  • Evaluate & Sustain:

    Through reflection, action planning, and data collection, schools ensure the momentum continues 

Professional Development Learning Units

Build program to meet your needs starting with introductory learning unit package and add on additional learning units.

Introductory Learning Unit 1: The Foundational Elements of Family-School-Community Engagement  

Theme: Cultivating an Understanding of 
Research-Based Engagement 

Develop a shared understanding of effective family engagement by exploring key frameworks, recognizing systemic barriers, emphasizing on building relationships, assessing current school conditions, and fostering a mindset shift toward co-powerment.

🎯 Goal: Develop a foundational understanding of the research and principles of implementing a successful family engagement program

Learning Unit 2: A T.R.U.E. Whole School Approach - Advancing a Sense of Self  

Theme: Why a “Sense of Self” matters? 

🎯 Goal: Promote authentic relationship-building through a co-powering approach. 

Learning Unit 3: Developing Skills and Knowledge- Supporting a Sense of Place  

Theme: Welcoming and Supportive Schools 

🎯 Goal: Ensuring that families acquire the skills and knowledge needed to navigate, participate in, and become TRUE partners in the school community 

Learning Unit 4: Developing School Capacity – Establishing a Sense of Direction 

Theme: Creating Systems and Structures that Support T.R.U.E. Partnerships 

🎯 Goal: Move from individual to institutional improvement 

Learning Unit 5: T.R.U.E Partnerships-Multiplying a Sense of Possibilities  

Theme: Documenting Our Success and Evaluating our Progress 

🎯 Goal: Highlight outcomes, success stories, and successful partnerships for next steps 

Learning Unit 6: Next S.T.E.P. s -Ensuring Sustainable and Transformative Educational Partnerships  

Theme: Sustaining Momentum and Sharing Wins 

🎯 Goal: Make family engagement visible, valued, and celebrated—embed it into the school's vision

Why should schools implement the T.R.U.E. Family Engagement Program? 

Schools should implement the T.R.U.E. Family Engagement Program because it offers a systemic, sustainable approach to building authentic partnerships with families and communities. Rooted in research and best practices, it equips school staff with the tools and mindsets needed to create a culture of Trust, Respect, Unity, and Enthusiasm. By strengthening these connections, schools see improved student outcomes, stronger relationships, and a more inspiring learning environment. 

Who can benefit from the T.R.U.E. Family Engagement Program?

  • Students benefit from greater support at home and school. 

  • Families gain skills, knowledge, and confidence to engage meaningfully with educators.

  • Educators and administrators develop capacity and tools to co-create family partnerships. 

  • Schools and districts build a unified culture where family-school-community collaboration is embedded into daily practices. 

Let’s Build Together!

Let’s collaborate to build strong, resilient, and sustainable school communities where everyone feels connected and engaged. We offer a comprehensive suite of professional development modules to enhance T.R.U.E. (Trust, Respect, Unity, Enthusiasm}.