Family Education and Engagement

Better Futures for All

A Community United

Family engagement in childrenโ€™s education is a shared responsibility among parents and guardians, teachers and school staff, and community groups and organizations

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Veronica Cobbs
Family Engagement Specialist 
623-670-3067

Workshops and Education

The Roosevelt School District provides resources, workshops and events to help our families thrive. We are committed to collaborating with local partners to provide families with workshops, educational opportunities and resources that empower them to take an active role in their children's education.

Districtwide Events โ€” September

Event

Description

Date

Time

Location

Raising a Reader

This free eight-week literacy program for families with children under five meets weekly for an hour to read, make crafts and more!

Sept. 4

8:30-9:30 a.m.

John F. Kennedy

Hispanic Heritage Month Literacy Event

The first 200 families to attend will receive a signed book by award-winning author Karen Morales!

Sept. 17

4-6 p.m.

Irene Lopez

IEP Training Workshop

In collaboration with Encircle Families (formerly Raising Special Kids) this workshop will cover the special education process and the Individualized Education Program.

Sept. 18

9-11 a.m.

RSD Wellness Center

Foster Children Educational Rights Workshop

With Joey Taylor, the Foster Care Education Coordinator at the Arizona Department of Education, this workshop will go over the educational rights of children in foster care.
RSVP

Sept. 25

9:30 a.m.

Bernard Black

Education Support

EnVision Mathematics

EnVision Mathematics provides resources to help families support students outside the classroom, giving you the tools you need to make a difference.

HMH Reading

HMH Reading provides resources to help families support students outside the classroom, giving you the tools you need to make a difference.

Parent Educator Academy

All In Education

The Parent Educator Academy is an introductory leadership development program designed for caregivers who wish to enhance their skills. It enables them to better support their children in navigating the school system and have a stronger voice in decisions impacting their families and communities. Participants in the program will benefit from valuable resources and training provided by certified experts.

  • The History of Public Education in Arizona

  • Early Literacy Development

  • Active and Practical School Participation for Parents

  • And Much More!

Email Mirka Martinez and Denia Uriarte for more information.