Get Your Participation Passport Today!
Bring your participation passport to all activities you attend, have it signed by the facilitator, and your on your way to making a positive impact on your child's education—and towards receiving recognition for your efforts.
Family U has different levels of participation tiers for parent engagement. We look forward to all Family U participants going through all tiers.
At the end of the passport cycle, turn it in to the Community Liaison or school office for a special recognition—you deserve it!
Participation Tiers
Participation Certificate
Recognition for attending 12 workshops within a single school year. Certificate given at existing student assembly at spring trimester awards.
Family U Shirt
One school year of consistent participation in workshops and school committees. The Family U shirts are presented at the annual volunteer breakfast.
Family U Pin
Recognition given to parents for establishing community partnerships or writing a grant to fund student programs.
Family U Plaque
After five consecutive years of consistent school involvement, members receive a Family U plaque which is awarded at annual volunteer breakfast.
Join Family University!
One mission, one vision, one family.
Family University is LESD's parent engagement program created to empower parents to get involved in their child's education and at their schools. FamilyU (as we refer to this program in our district) recognizes you for your volunteering efforts and attending workshops—not just at our school, but at any school in the district!
All families are welcome at all of our schools—this isn't simply a catchphrase, it's a goal we strive to make into a reality. Through FamilyU we aim to create a genuine connection with LESD families by building capacity in our parents to share their voice and become advocates for their child's education.
We invite you to join FamilyU today!
Family University offers workshops and classes to empower our families to learn and grow with your students. Topics include math, literacy, ESL, technology, and many more! In addition to workshops and classes, as a Family University member—you can take your involvement to the next level by participating in any of the following committees and activities:
- Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
- School Site Council (SSC)
- English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC)
- District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC)
- Volunteering at your school
If you are interested in learning more about FamilyU, please contact your school's Community Liaison.
Click here to find your Community Liaison's contact information.
Benefits of Joining FamilyU
Get Connected: Know what’s happening at your child's school and throughout the district
Discover Great Resources: We offer many programs, workshops, and volunteer opportunities for parents, guardians, and extended family. We welcome everyone!
Tap into the LESD Network: Our events are opportunities to create connections to other LESD parents/guardians, administrators, teachers, and staff. You will build rapport and discuss issues important to you.
Watch Yourself Grow: Your skills and hobbies can be used to assist your child and all children in the community.
Speak Up: You can effectively suggest change and fresh ideas.
Witness Improvement: You can be part of the solutions and positive changes, and watch them happen.
Be a Role Model: You will demonstrate to your child the importance you place on their education.
More About FamilyU
Family University is a respectful and all-inclusive platform to engage families as equal partners to improve student achievement and build brighter futures for our community.
Our vision is to ensure a safe, welcoming and diverse environment that nurtures growth and development for life-long leaders. In all our pursuits, we strive to build community by bridging partnerships between families, schools and the district.
Family University was piloted at Anderson Elementary School in the 2017-18 school year. Due to its positive response, it is being expanded and implemented district-wide in the 2018-19 school year.
