“Advocating for Our Children: What Do We Need to Know?” 

by Guest Contributor
This article is by Conversations in the Community

Our students are depending on us to support them including in their educational journeys.  With so many challenges facing students and educators, our involvement as parents/guardians remains an integral part of our students’ success. 

Join us virtually on Tuesday, November 21st at 7:30 p.m. for “Advocating for Our Children:  What Do We Need to Know?”  

We will be joined by Melanie Matthews-Calhoun, M.Ed., Instructional Coach and Founder of Literacy at Work, LLC and F. Yanet Boyd, M.Ed., Supervisor of Family and Community Engagement, Prince WIlliam County Schools.

Learn effective strategies for advocating for your student and how to successfully access the resources available to you and your student.

Please click on the link to register.

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