Parent Community Engagement

Parent, family, and community engagement means building relationships with families that support family well-being, strong parent-child relationships, and ongoing learning and development of parents and children alike.

It refers to the beliefs, attitudes, behaviors, and activities of families that support their children’s positive development from early childhood through young adulthood.

Family engagement happens in the home, early childhood programs, schools, and the community, and is a shared responsibility among all those who support children’s learning and development.

Belmont County Head Start encourages parents, guardians, and families to share their thoughts about the program so it will continue to be a welcoming and supportive experience for everyone involved.

There are many ways to become involved, including:

• Volunteering in the classroom
• Serving on committees
• Helping with activities and events
• Participating in parent engagement opportunities
• Supporting children’s learning at home

When families become involved, everyone benefits.