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 […]

2025 Fall Quarterly Update

Fall 2025 CA-SFEC Quarterly Update Highlights and Partnerships San Bernardino Parent and Community Engagement Summit   CA-SFEC proudly sponsored the Family and Community Engagement Summit in San Bernardino, which welcomed nearly 1,000 participants from across the region. The event brought together educators, parents, and community leaders to explore practical strategies for deepening family-school partnerships. A […]

Empowering Families for Student Success: 2025 Riverbank Parent Summit

The 2025 Annual Riverbank Parent Summit brought together families, educators, and community leaders to highlight the vital role of family support in student achievement. Co-sponsored by CA-SFEC and PIQE, the summit focused on student success through strong school-family partnerships.  Held in the heart of the Riverbank community, the event welcomed families from across the district […]

2025 CA-SFEC Annual Consortium: Advancing Family Engagement Statewide 

The 2025 CA-SFEC In-Person Consortium brought together partners, such as NAFSCE, the California Department of Education (CDE), UC Irvine, and PIQE. This annual gathering served as a catalyst for deepening connections and shaping the future of statewide family engagement systems.  Key voices at the event included Gloria Corral, President and CEO of PIQE, who highlighted […]

Parent Voices Shine at PIQE Family Tech Night 

CA-SFEC was proud to co-sponsor PIQE’s Family Tech Night, an inspiring event focused on digital access and family engagement. The event brought together parents and community partners to bridge the gap between home and school through digital advocacy and knowledge.  A highlight of the event was a panel featuring two parent leaders from CA-SFEC’s Parent […]

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 […]