Learning Networks & Programs

Supports COE staff building sustainable family engagement practices statewide

Purpose: Create a welcoming space to build relationships and share resources
Audience: All COE staff working in family engagement

Shared commitment: Come when you can, share what you have, ask before starting new initiatives

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📧 Questions? Contact: Janis Price at jprice@ocde.us

• Surveys focus on inclusion of family engagement in California-based teacher preparation and induction programs

• Tracks awareness of CSTPs, implementation efforts, obstacles, and current practices

• Upcoming surveys:

  • 2026 Teacher Preparation Program / Family Engagement Survey

  • Induction Program / Family Engagement Survey (summer 2026)

• Participation in surveys grants automatic invitations to events discussing results in late 2026/early 2027

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📧 Questions? Contact: Araceli Simeón at asimeon@ca-fen.org

• Builds partnerships between families, communities, and educators to increase engagement in STEM fields

• 15-month initiative to expand network and statewide impact

 

📧 Questions? Contact: Dr. Shari Staub at sstaub@sjcoe.net

Become Part of California’s Family Engagement Network

 

Join a statewide network of educators, families, and nonprofits committed to improving family engagement in California schools.

 

Members gain access to:

• Collaborative learning networks

• Evidence-based resources and research

• Opportunities to influence policy and drive systemic change

• Professional learning and statewide advocacy initiatives