Family Engagement and Transition to Kindergarten
Discover resources and videos on the importance of engaging families and partnering with them in the transition to kindergarten.
Family Engagement in Transitions
Parents and families encourage and advocate for their child’s learning and development as they transition to new learning settings in early childhood, the primary grades, and beyond. In the Parent, Family, and Community Engagement Framework, Family Engagement in Transitions is one of the seven family outcomes that impact child outcomes.
Launching the Transition Process
Learn how Head Start staff can partner with families and introduce the importance of the transition to kindergarten from the start.
Family and Community Partnerships for School Readiness
Strategies used by a program to make families and communities support children’s school readiness.
Engaging Families in the Transition to Kindergarten
A New Mexico Head Start Program describes – in this video- how prepares children and families for their transition to Kindergarten through strong partnerships.
Parent-Child Relationships Infographic
Explore this research-based infographic to learn how and why the parent-child relationship is important. Review strategies program supervisors and staff can use the infographic to promote these relationships.