Family Cafe: Fostering Community Engagement in Education

Family Cafe’s aims to create a space for open dialogue and collaboration, strengthen partnerships and promote active involvement in education. During the event, we’ll explore how communities can create opportunities for families and students to engage in educational decision-making, the role of mentorship in enhancing education access and equity, and how to celebrate and leverage diversity within our schools to enrich the educational experience for all.

Special Guest:
Kaniece Williams and Elton Lytle with College Now

Discussion Questions:

1. 1. How can communities create opportunities for families to actively engage in decision-making processes related to education?
   2. How can mentorship and programs alike enhance public education access, equity, and opportunities for students?
   3. How can schools and communities celebrate and leverage the diversity within their student populations to create a more enriching educational experience for all?