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Family Friendly Schools is a national certification process that helps schools strengthen, sustain, and celebrate meaningful family partnerships to improve student success and school culture.

Steps in the Family Friendly Schools Certification Process

Step1

Build your school team

Step2

Self-assess and reflect

Step3

Try new ideas and learn what works

Step4

Reach Level 3 and Apply

Step5.2

Earn certification and celebrate

I’ve witnessed a contagiousness where our school staff is eager and excited to incorporate families into learning.
– Family Friendly School Administrator
I have seen a lot of changes at my school: the environment, culture, teacher to teacher, teacher to student, teacher to parent, all have improved since we have started this work. I love my school and its welcoming culture!
– Family Friendly School Teacher

Why Schools Choose Family Friendly Schools

Strengthen family engagement in ways that measurably impact student outcomes

Gain expert feedback and structured guidance for improvement

Earn national recognition that elevates your school’s reputation

Access exclusive leadership and professional development opportunities

Family Friendly Schools Introduction Webinars

Family Friendly Schools Introduction Webinars occur monthly on the 1st Tuesday. This is the first step toward certification. This session walks through the certification process, timeline, investment, and the outcomes schools can expect.

After attending, you’ll receive clear next steps for assessing if the process is a good fit for your school community.

Intro to Family Friendly Schools

Post-Webinar Resources