Community Conversation Toolkits
Inclusion Community Conversation Toolkit
This toolkit was originally developed for the Washington State Inclusionary Practices Development Project. This initiative has now expanded into the Inclusionary Practices Technical Assistance Network (IPTN). The toolkit has been updated and continues to serve as a valuable resource for individuals and communities who are dedicated to ensuring that their schools are inclusive of each and every student.
Go to toolkitBelonging Community Conversation Toolkit
This toolkit is designed to help communities foster inclusive and welcoming school environments, grounded in the Indicators of Belonging developed by Dr. Eric Carter. The toolkit provides practical resources and guides to help communities engage in meaningful conversations about what it means to belong. It aims to support educators, families, and community members in creating spaces where every student feels valued, connected, and a sense of belonging.
Go to toolkitParent and Caregiver Advocacy Resources
Toolkits, trainings, and resources to support parents and caregivers as they advocate for more equitable schools for their children.
Office of the Education Ombuds Resources
OEO creates guides and toolkits that help families, schools, and community groups understand how our school system works and what to do when certain issues arise. You will find information about specific topics, such as attendance, bullying, and highly capable programs.
Open resourceParent Power and Leadership Project, NYU and Community Change
A nationwide parent power and leadership survey and in-depth conversations with select participants.
Open resourceParent Leadership and Organizing for Justice: A Landscape Analysis
This report shares findings from the first-ever landscape analysis of parent leadership organizations across the United States.
Open resourceTrue Measure Collaborative’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) Resources
Tools that provide guidance for families on navigating an IEP meeting and understanding how instructional systems work together to ensure the school is serving the educational needs of your student.
Open resourceResources to Support Academics
Resources for families and caregivers as they support children’s academic development.
OSPI Learning Standards & Instructional Materials
This page from OSPI outlines the state’s learning standards.
Open resourceEducator’s Guide for Teaching Academic Content and Literacy to English Learners
Worksheets that provide families and caregivers with simple, fun activities to strengthen children’s language skills for elementary and middle school grades.
Open resourceLearning Tools for Families, Learning in Places
Activities for families to learn about and explore socio-ecological systems in their neighborhoods.
Open resourceGarden Seasonal Storyline, Learning in Places
A sequence of learning engagements on field-based science investigation in vegetable gardens.
Open resourceResources to Support Social Emotional Learning
Resources for caregivers to support children’s social and emotional development.
WA OSPI Social Emotional Learning Resources
A set of implementation resources for and updates on Washington state’s social emotional learning program.
Open resourceSocial and Emotional Learning Activities for Families and Educators
Links to several activities that support students’ social and emotional learning and development.
Open resourceSpecial Education Resources
Resources for families and caregivers as they support special education.
Family Resources from PAVE
PAVE has links to different resources for families, including “Camps for Individuals with Disabilities” and “Supporting a Neurodivergent Family Member During the Holidays”.
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