Explore!
Explore! at a Glance
Explore! is a three‑month hybrid learning experience that combines a monthly in‑person session with weekly online activities. Participants learn and apply civic engagement strategies to influence local decision‑makers, reflect on progress, and share real‑world examples to improve outcomes for their schools and communities.
Impact
1
Stronger understanding of the importance of family engagement for community success
2
Builds knowledge of how policy decisions are made within local communities
3
100% of participants believe they can effectively communicate with local policymakers
Unique Features
- Connects family leadership and civic engagement by helping participants understand how decisions that affect them are made and identify opportunities to use their voice in schools and communities.
- Moves participants from engagement toward shared leadership by building confidence and practical strategies for working with families, schools, community partners, and decision-makers.
- Turns learning into action through an applied mini project that allows participants to use what they learn to address a real-world opportunity or issue that matters to them.
