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The Family Engagement Blueprint: Aligning Compliance with Meaningful Collaboration
This presentation offers a clear framework for meeting federal program requirements while strengthening family and community relationships. The Family Engagement Planning Model equips district and school leaders to transform compliance-driven meetings into opportunities for authentic collaboration. From parent advisory meetings and curriculum nights to parent-teacher conferences, these strategies integrate compliance with practices that empower families. By linking engagement efforts with strategies grounded in the science of reading, the model ensures at-home learning supports foundational literacy skills and classroom instruction. When stakeholders at every level feel informed, welcomed, and valued, true input and collaboration can thrive, building lasting program capacity.
This talk was presented at:
2026 National ESEA Conference
February 2026
in
Denver, CO
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Speakers
Jill Nolen
Jill Nolen is a seasoned expert in family engagement and literacy instruction with over 20 years of experience supporting schools nationwide. Recently retired as an elementary interventionist and Title I lead teacher in North Carolina, Jill has a proven track record of training educators in best practices for building meaningful family partnerships and integrating the science of reading into at-home literacy strategies. A co-author of research-based children’s books designed to empower parents, she has dedicated her career to equipping families with effective tools to support student success. Jill’s extensive knowledge and innovative approaches have made her a trusted leader in bridging classroom instruction with at-home learning to cultivate strong, supportive communities for student achievement.
Laura Beaver
Laura Beaver is a highly experienced educator and family engagement specialist with a strong background in literacy and Title I program leadership. With over two decades of service in North Carolina, she has excelled as a district-level Title I Facilitator and Literacy Specialist, providing expert guidance, professional development, and support to schools in implementing MTSS, meeting federal guidelines, and engaging families to boost student achievement. Laura is also a co-author of research-based children’s books designed to empower parents in supporting literacy at home. Renowned for her practical, research-driven approach, she trains educators nationwide to foster authentic family partnerships that enhance student learning and build thriving school communities.
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