Superintendent of Public Instruction Candidate Forums Announced Across California
Education leaders and community partners across California are hosting a series of Superintendent of Public Instruction (SPI) Candidate Forums to give families, educators, and community members the opportunity to hear directly from candidates about their vision for the future of California’s public education system. The Superintendent of Public Instruction plays a critical role in guiding […]
Submit a Proposal for the 2026 National Assembly for Family Engagement in Education
The National Association for Family, School, and Community Engagement (NAFSCE) is inviting educators, researchers, and family engagement leaders to submit proposals for the 2026 National Assembly for Family Engagement in Education. The National Assembly brings together more than 1,000 participants from across the country to share strategies, research, and innovative practices that strengthen partnerships between schools, families, […]
Nominate a Leader for the 2026 Community Schools and Family Engagement Awards
The Institute for Educational Leadership is accepting nominations for the 2026 Community Schools and Family Engagement Conference (CSxFE) Awards. These awards recognize individuals and organizations that are making meaningful contributions to community schools and authentic family engagement. Submit your nomination here! Educators, community leaders, and organizations are encouraged to nominate colleagues or partners who are advancing strong […]
2026 Family Engagement Conference: Elevating Parent Voice and Strengthening Family Partnerships
The Riverside County Office of Education invites families, educators, and community partners to attend the 2026 Family Engagement Conference on Monday, April 13, 2026. The event will bring together parents and education leaders for a day of dialogue, parent-led workshops, and opportunities to strengthen family-school partnerships across Riverside County. The conference will feature keynote speaker […]
Strengthening Family Engagement Across California
Join the Family Engagement Community of Practice Family engagement is not a program you add on. It is a practice you build together. Across California, educators, county office leaders, and family engagement practitioners are doing powerful work to support families and strengthen partnerships between schools and communities. Yet many are doing this work in isolation, without […]
FAFSA/CADAA Priority Deadline Updates
The California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) recently announced important changes to the FAFSA and California Dream Act Application (CADAA) priority deadlines: Advocacy efforts are underway to extend the April 2 deadline statewide. We will provide updates as they become available. Completing the FAFSA or CADAA is critical for accessing state financial aid programs, such as the Cal Grant and […]
Opportunity to Join the Count Play Explore Advisory Committee
The California Statewide Family Engagement Center is sharing an exciting opportunity for individuals interested in early learning, child development, and community engagement. The Count Play Explore (CPE) Initiative, led by the Fresno County Superintendent of Schools (FCSS) Department of Early Care and Education, is seeking applications for its Advisory Committee (CPEAC). The CPEAC plays a […]
Myths About Applying for Financial Aid for the First Time
MYTH 1: Applying for financial aid is hard and takes a lot of time. FACT: Completing the FAFSA or CADAA takes less than an hour, and there is a lot of help available to walk you through the process. Every year CSAC and our partners hold hundreds of Cash for College workshops to help students […]
CA-SFEC to Participate in the NAFSCE National Assembly Conference
We’re excited to announce that the California Statewide Family Engagement Center (CA-SFEC) will be participating in the 2024 NAFSCE National Assembly for Family Engagement in Education! This year’s conference will take place from October 21-25, 2024, at the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel, bringing together leaders, educators, and advocates from across the country. This is a […]
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“When we first came to this country, I thought that my children would not be able to attend a university because of the language barrier…My eldest son started his college application process, and when he does not understand something, I feel a sense of calm because I know I can help him.” – Isabel Hernandez, […]
