At a time when trust in public education is fragile and expectations for transparency, access, and partnership are higher than ever, strengthening relationships with families and community partners is essential to building/rebuilding trust, supporting student success, and advancing district priorities. This three-part academy helps communications professionals and/or FACE staff align their work through clear systems, integrated strategies, and authentic engagement practices. Participants will explore how engagement and communications reinforce each other, learn approaches that work in both large and small districts, and leave with practical tools to build sustainable, districtwide partnerships.

Module 2: Thursday, April 9, 2026 (12 - 2 p.m. ET, Virtual): Working Better Together: Aligning Communication and FACE for Impact 

This session shows how communications and FACE strengthen one another and how to align the work in districts of all sizes. Through real examples from attendance campaigns to rezoning communications, you’ll explore shared workflows, coordinated messaging, and practical approaches that elevate engagement outcomes. Participants walk away with a joint planning template that works for both large departments and one-person shops.

Guest Facilitators: Amy Rovai Gregory, Director of Family Engagement & Partnership Development ,and Luis Cruz Solache, Coordinator of Family Engagement, San Juan Unified School District (Calif.)