Section V. Afterschool and Summer Programs as Catalysts for Engaging Families

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This section presents the critical role of families in supporting children’s learning and development as well as building strong connections between afterschool and summer programs and schools. Articles focus on the research base that shows the importance of family engagement as well as best practices and strategies for meaningfully engaging parents, families and guardians of students from elementary through high school.

Building Powerful Partnerships With Parents and Communities: Integrating 21st Century Community Learning Centers With Education Change and Reform
Arnold F. Fege and Anne Foster
Family Involvement as a Critical Element of Quality Expanded Learning Opportunities
Delia Pompa
Evidence-Based Strategies for Supporting and Enhancing Family Engagement
Priscilla Little
Effective Strategies for Engaging Parents: Real-Life Experiences that Make a Difference
Loras Osterhaus
Engaging Families in Afterschool and Summer Learning Programs for Middle School Youth
Anne T. Henderson and Carol Sills Strickland
Family Involvement in Expanded Learning Programs for High School Students
Paula E. Egelson