Family and Community Engagement

Family engagement is a key part of student success and postiive outcomes. FACE works with schools and families to build strong partnerships that support learning, communication, and student well-being.

Key Services:

• Family engagement workshops and events
• Parent and family learning opportunities
• Parent Liaison support in schools
• Family engagement planning and resources
• Title I Parent & Family Engagement support
• School-parent partnerships
• Family leadership opportunities
• Support navigating school resources

Every family deserves access to information in a language they understand. FACE helps ensure families can fully participate in their child's education through interpretation and translation services.

Key Services:

• Interpretation for school meetings
• Translation of important school documents
• Multilingual family support
• Language Access Plan implementation
• Assistance for parent-teacher conferences
• Support for IEP and special education meetings
• Family leadership opportunities
• School staff language access guidance
• Community language resources

Request language support through the FACE Office or speak with your school for assistance.

Families play an important role in shaping school communities. FACE supports opportunities for families and community members to get involved and make a meaningful impact.

Key Services:

• School Governance Councils (SGCs)
• Shared leadership opportunities
• Family representation in school improvement efforts
• Volunteer recruitment and support
• Volunteer onboarding guidance
• Background clearance information
• Family leadership opportunities
• Community engagement opportunities
• School advisory participation

Contact your school or FACE to learn how to join a School Governance Council or become a volunteer.

The 21^st Century program provides the following opportunities for students to:

• Participate in High-Impact Tutoring & Homework help
• Receive focused support in Math and ELA
• Small group activities that are aligned with academic standards
• Participate in fun academic enrichment activities
• Learn in a small group setting and build positive relationships with staff and students
• Make new friends in a safe afterschool environment
• Free dinner before program dismissal

Contact your child's school to learn about afterschool programming opportunities.

FACE partners with community organizations, businesses, and service providers to expand opportunities for students and families. We also connect families to resources and services that support student success, family well-being, and community engagement.

Key Services:

• Community partnership development
• Program provider review and approval process
• Academic and enrichment program partnerships
• Family engagement partnership opportunities
• Social-emotional learning and wellness partnerships
• Family resource referrals and support services
• Community resource fairs and special events
• Connections to local organizations and services

Families seeking resources or organizations interested in partnering with the District can contact the FACE Office

The Allentown School District welcomes partnerships that align with our mission and support academic achievement, student well-being, family engagement, and enrichment opportunities.

Partnership Priorities:

• Academic support programs
• Enrichment opportunities
• Family engagement initiatives
• Social-emotional wellness services
• Career and workforce readiness programs
• Community-based student supports
• Culturally responsive programming
• School-based partnerships

Organizations interested in becoming a district partner should contact the FACE Office to learn more about partnership opportunities and application requirements.

The Family & Community Resource Center will serve as a central location where families can access educational, wellness, workforce, and community resources.

Planned Resources:

• Parent University
• Adult education and ESL referrals
• Workforce development services
• Career readiness support
• Mental health resource navigation
• Family wellness workshops
• Resource referrals and assistance
• Community partner services

Check back for updates on the Family & Community Resource Center opening.

The Allentown School District's Interfaith Council strengthens partnerships between schools and faith-based organizations to support students, families, and the broader community. Through collaboration, faith communities help connect families to resources, opportunities, and support that contribute to student success.

Partnership Priorities:

Interfaith Council participation opportunities
• Partnerships with local faith-based organizations
• Family resource and support initiatives
• Volunteer and service opportunities
• School and community collaboration
• Student enrichment and after-school support
• Resource fairs and community events
• Adopt-A-School partnership opportunities

Faith-based organizations interested in partnering with the District can complete the Interfaith Council Interest Form or contact the FACE Office for more information