Innovative family engagement approach linked to district success, study reveals

LEXINGTON, KY (June 23, 2025) – A new study from NYU Metro Center shares results from the implementation of a program in Fayette County, Kentucky Public Schools (FCPS) designed to “unite and align the district-based Family and Community Engagement Team around a common vision for family engagement”. Results show that the program played an important role in shifting practitioner mindsets regarding the importance of effective two-way communication with families and providing families with more opportunities to collaborate with staff on their children’s education. More research is needed in the coming years to explore the impact of the program on student attendance and learning outcomes.