In this episode, I speak with Christina Hidek, an expert in parent engagement, about the vital role of parent communities in schools. We explore the numerous benefits of empowered parent groups and how schools can build strong, collaborative relationships with parents.

Chris Scorer, an educational consultant and regular speaker on the international education circuit, shares a transformative and deeply personal perspective on literacy. We discuss how overly narrow definitions of literacy and an unyielding drive towards it can have detrimental effects on students, especially those with dyslexia or other literacy difficulties. Chris suggests a radical rethinking of our literacy strategies, advocating for broader frameworks to access and express knowledge that caters to individual learning needs.

Join host Shane Leaning on Global Ed Leaders as he shares strategies for addressing parent concerns, including clear communication, transparency, engagement, and quality assurance. Learn how to establish trust, ease anxiety, and foster a strong community.

Evidence-based strategies to increase parental engagement, empower families, and cultivate collaborative relationships between parents and schools.