Live Webinar: Beyond Demographics: Building Meaningful Connections with Families and Communities

Category: Leadership, Family Engagement, Preschool, Infant/Toddler, CDA
Length: 2 hours [Live Webinar December 2nd at 12PM CT]

Course Description:
Strong family and community relationships begin with moving beyond assumptions and recognizing the unique experiences, strengths, and perspectives that every family brings to an early childhood program. In Beyond Demographics: Building Meaningful Connections with Families and Communities, participants will explore how to move beyond demographic information to develop a deeper understanding of the families and communities they serve. Educators and leaders will examine practical strategies for strengthening communication, building trust, and creating respectful, reciprocal relationships with families. Through realistic scenarios and reflective practices, participants will identify meaningful opportunities to increase family and community engagement while fostering inclusive, collaborative learning environments. Participants will leave with actionable strategies for building authentic partnerships that support children, families, and their communities.

Learning Objectives:

• Distinguish between knowing demographic information about families and developing a deeper understanding of their strengths, experiences, and perspectives.

• Apply practical strategies for building respectful, trusting, and reciprocal relationships with families and community members.

• Identify actionable ways to strengthen family and community engagement within early childhood classrooms and programs.

Certificate Information:
Participants will receive 2 of professional development and a certificate of completion upon attending the live session.

Aligned Core Competency Areas:

• Core Competency Area 7: Family and Community Relationships

• Core Competency Area 6: Diversity and Dual Language Learners

• Core Competency Area 2: Responsive Interactions and Guidance