by cambria | Aug 28, 2023 | News, Resources for Educators
FCSN and MASFEC are excited to celebrate the outstanding efforts of MA public school districts prioritizing family engagement. Many districts spent time during the summer break to plan for authentic partnerships with families. This summer, we worked with two districts...
by cambria | Aug 11, 2023 | Data Literacy, ELL, Resources for Educators, Resources for Families, Resources in English for Families, Special Needs, Understanding School Systems
English | Español | العربية | Français | Kreyòl Ayisyen | Cabo-Verdiano | 中文 | Soomaali | Tiếng Việt | Português Families: learn about the special education process and your role as a valued team member. Our new Family Guide provides a helpful...
by cambria | Jul 24, 2023 | Help with Academics, Resources in English for Families, Share With Your Families
I bet you’ve heard of family literacy, but have you heard of family math? It’s all about incorporating math concepts and interactions into the everyday activities families do with their children. Research shows that having math conversations in our...
by cambria | Jul 24, 2023 | Reading Tips, Resources in English for Families, Share With Your Families
Summer break is a special time when families can focus on reading together. With more free time and flexible schedules, it’s a great opportunity to dive into a world of books, stories, and shared experiences. Here are some ideas to try: Take Reading Outside:...
by cambria | Jul 24, 2023 | Help with Academics, Resources in English for Families, Resources in Portuguese for Families, Share With Your Families
Between the ages of 0 and 5, children organically explore mathematics through everyday play. Stacking blocks, pouring water, running races, and drawing pictures all give kids opportunities to explore mathematical concepts ranging from estimation to measurement to the...
by cambria | Jun 12, 2023 | Resources for Educators, Resources in English for Families, Social Justice, Tips and Tools
At FCSN and MASFEC, we use a co-design process whenever possible. We bring families, educators, and other stakeholders together to partner with us in designing, implementing and evaluating new initiatives. We also facilitate co-design sessions for other organizations...
