In the latest "Talking Out of School" podcast, an expert guides district leaders in developing a portrait of a graduate that offers students more more meaningful learning and durable skills.

Date &amp; Time: Thursday, September 5th at 2 pm ET <br><br> In this webinar, a family engagement expert and author will drill down on how to implement robust home-school partnerships that reduce chronic absenteeism, including establishing relational trust, creating a welcoming environment, and implementing two-way communication. Also, hear from a San Diego USD principal, who will share their tips, tools, and strategies for strengthening family engagement and increasing daily student attendance. <br><br><em>***All attendees will be able to download "Family Engagement Tips and Strategies," which will provide research-based, sustainable family engagement practices to support schools with increasing attendance rates.</em>

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