For Families

We appreciate all that you do to support your children’s learning and growth. Thank you for visiting our resources hub, where we share information so that families, schools, and communities can more successfully work together to launch student success. Each grade level has resources on a variety of topics to help support you in your role as a parent or caregiver for children. Topics include: Family Mealtime, Academics, Child Well-being, Transitions, Communication, Organizations Supporting Families, Learning at Home, School Choice, and Financial Management. Click a topic below to get started!

Resources Developed by Our Center

While we often link to the work and resources of other organizations, we would also like you to know about the programs developed by our Center.

Sample Family Request Letter for Special Education Evaluation from a School

Families can send letters or emails to their child's teacher or principal to request a special education evaluation. Here is ...
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Launching Your Middle Schooler to Success (Also available in Chinese, Somali, Nepali, Spanish, and Arabic)

Family engagement in education doesn’t stop after elementary school. It’s just as important, but it looks and sounds different. Here ...
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Families: We need your feedback! Answer 2 questions about our Choosing a School Tool