Parenting Strategies

This resource kicks off family skill-building with interactive activities that strengthen home-school connections and boost communication skills. Designed for a 3rd grade class in a Tier 1 setting over one 45-minute session.

In this 90-minute workshop, parents will learn effective strategies for partnering with teachers to support their child’s learning. This interactive session emphasizes open communication, mutual respect, and collaborative goal-setting to strengthen the home-school connection.

Fostering a strong partnership between home and school to support student punctuality through enhanced communication and shared goals.

Personalized coaching for 8th grade families to master emotional regulation strategies and positive reinforcement techniques. This Tier 3 (Individual) lesson includes a 30-minute session with targeted activities to empower students and families, fostering healthier communication and emotional awareness.

In this 90-minute whole-class workshop, elementary school parents will learn collaborative parenting strategies, family engagement techniques, and goal-setting practices to support their children’s success. This workshop helps families build strengths, set shared goals, and reflect on their roles, fostering a supportive home-school partnership.

In this one-session, 30-minute professional development workshop, staff will explore effective strategies to engage and empower parents in supporting student success. Participants will learn communication techniques, involvement strategies, and resources to strengthen home-school partnerships.

This lesson plan is designed to equip parents with effective strategies to support their child's behavior management at home, fostering a consistent approach between school and home. By aligning strategies used at school with those at home, parents can create a supportive environment that encourages positive behavior and emotional growth. This lesson is important as it helps build a strong partnership between parents and teachers, ensuring that children receive consistent guidance and support in both settings.

An interactive session where families explore strategies to support students’ learning at home, strengthening school–family partnerships and boosting student success. This Tier 1 session engages the whole school community in a 45-minute workshop designed to empower caregivers with actionable tools for student support.

In this 90-minute session, teachers will explore effective strategies for collaborating with parents and fostering strong home-school partnerships. Through interactive discussions, practical activities, and role-play, participants will build confidence in communication and teamwork skills vital for student success.

In this 30-minute, one-session Tier 1 family engagement activity, 5th graders and their families will strengthen connections by creating a collaborative family tree and sharing stories. This lesson fosters community, enhances communication skills, and values students’ home backgrounds.

This workshop engages parents in learning about wellness strategies they can apply at home. It includes presentations, hands-on activities, and a Q&A session to ensure parents leave with practical tools and knowledge. This lesson is important as it empowers parents to foster a healthy environment at home, benefiting both their well-being and that of their children.

This lesson plan provides parents with strategies to help their child balance work commitments and academic responsibilities. It is crucial for parents to support their children in managing their time effectively to prevent academic decline. This lesson will equip parents with practical tips to engage their child in active learning and time management.

A whole-class challenge engaging 8th-grade students and their families in stress-management games, sharing best practices, and building social-emotional skills at home. This Tier 1 lesson spans one 65-minute session to boost wellness at home and strengthen family engagement.

In this 30-minute launch session, K–5 teachers will introduce a Family Engagement Toolkit designed to support parents in fostering student success at home. This lesson empowers families with practical strategies, strengthens home–school partnerships, and sets the stage for year-long collaboration.

This self-guided resource helps parents of children with significant ADHD learn practical strategies to support their child’s success in completing homework at home. Includes a concise 15-minute session with tips, accessible resources, and step-by-step guidance.

This lesson focuses on building family communication and support networks to help overcome feelings of overwhelm. Through interactive activities and discussions, students and their parents will learn strategies to communicate effectively and support each other. This lesson is important as it fosters a supportive home environment, which is crucial for the emotional well-being of students.

In this 90-minute Tier 1 session, parents will learn mindfulness and calming strategies to strengthen family well-being. This workshop equips caregivers with practical techniques to manage stress, enhance emotional connection, and create a calmer home environment.

In this 90-minute Tier 1 session, parents will learn strategies to support their children’s emotional readiness for school, fostering confidence, resilience, and positive school experiences. This lesson empowers caregivers with practical tools, hands-on activities, and discussion for home application.

This 90-minute Tier 1 session teaches parents the importance of using visuals and schedules to support their children’s routines and learning. Parents will learn practical strategies, create sample visuals, and develop personalized schedules to implement at home.

A small-group workshop guiding 5th-grade parents through local mental health services and collaboration with schools. Builds strong home–school partnerships and community trust in just one 60-minute session.

A 50-minute individualized coaching session for 8th grade students to help families identify strengths and develop coping strategies. This Tier 3 lesson provides targeted support for students facing personal or academic challenges, guiding them through self-reflection and action planning.

This lesson focuses on equipping parents with effective discipline strategies that promote positive behavior in children. It is important because it helps parents understand the balance between setting boundaries and nurturing a supportive environment, which is crucial for children's development.

A 90-minute workshop for parents on strategies to support and manage active children, fostering positive behavior and engagement. This session equips parents with practical tools, routines, and communication techniques for everyday success.

Parent Power-Up is a 30-minute one-on-one coaching session designed for 9th grade students and their parents to boost family engagement through personalized strategies. This Tier 3 support empowers families with actionable insights into student strengths and learning styles, fostering academic success at home.

This session aims to equip parents with the knowledge and strategies to foster a growth mindset in their children. A growth mindset helps children embrace challenges, learn from mistakes, and develop resilience. It's essential for parents to understand and model these principles to create a supportive environment for their kids.

In this 90-minute Tier 1 parent workshop, participants will learn strategies to support their children in forming and maintaining healthy friendships. Parents will leave with practical tools to guide conversations about social skills and conflict resolution.

A 90-minute Tier 1 workshop for parents on building empathy in children with behavioral needs, equipping families with practical strategies to strengthen emotional connections and promote supportive home environments.

This lesson aims to help first-grade students understand and manage relationships with both parents, especially in situations where parents may not live together. Through inquiry-based learning, students will explore the concept of family dynamics and learn strategies to communicate effectively with both parents. This lesson is important as it fosters emotional intelligence and helps children navigate complex family situations with confidence and empathy.

This individual support session helps a 6th grade student understand and cope with the emotional impact of parental divorce, build healthy coping strategies, and foster resilience. In a single 30-minute tier 3 session, the student will explore feelings, identify support systems, and practice self-care techniques.

This engaging workshop is designed for 7th-grade parents to empower them with strategies to support their children's academic and emotional growth. In this 30-minute session, parents will learn practical tips and tools to enhance communication, foster a positive learning environment at home, and understand the developmental changes their children are experiencing. This workshop is crucial for building a strong home-school connection and ensuring students' success.

This 60-minute family engagement workshop guides 4th-grade students and their families through recognizing and managing emotions together, fostering empathy and communication at home. Through interactive activities, discussions, and take-home tools, families build practical social-emotional skills.

This session engages elementary families and students to explore family strengths, define roles in learning support, and kick off a powerful home-school partnership. It fosters community, clarifies collaboration, and empowers families to be classroom superheroes.

This 45-minute, whole-class workshop for 3rd graders explores how families can support learning beyond the classroom through examples, discussion, and interactive activities. Students will brainstorm home learning strategies, share with families, and walk away with practical take-home tips. By engaging families, we strengthen student success and create a supportive learning ecosystem.

An individualized resource kit for new parents of kindergarteners, covering school systems, communication protocols, and academic support strategies. This Tier 3 (Individual) lesson empowers families to navigate the school environment confidently through one 40-minute session.

In this individualized Tier 3 session, a parent will build a personalized set of emotion-regulation strategies using the Emotion Toolbox Framework. This activity empowers caregivers to handle high-stress moments by selecting, tracking, and reflecting on tools that work best for them. Audience: Individual Parent; Duration: 40 minutes

In this two-session professional development series, auditors and teachers will learn strategies to boost family engagement and improve student attendance. Through interactive activities, games, discussions, and targeted worksheets, participants will leave equipped with practical tools and sample language to foster strong home–school partnerships. Audience: school staff; 2 sessions, 1 hour each.

This lesson guides parents through the process of creating a 'Resilience Toolkit' for their children. The toolkit will include strategies, activities, and resources aimed at helping children build resilience. Parents will learn key concepts of resilience, discuss challenges children face, and compile practical tools and activities to support their children.

A 90-minute workshop for parents focused on building perseverance and resilience in children. This session equips parents with research-based strategies, real-life examples, and practical tools to support their child's growth mindset and coping skills.

In this 60-minute Tier 2 group activity, parents will explore and share their family narratives to foster empathy and strengthen family bonds. Through guided mapping, timelines, sharing circles, and reflective journaling, participants build deeper understanding of their backgrounds and connections within the caregiver group.

This lesson focuses on developing both peer and family interaction strategies for teens with high-functioning autism through structured role-playing exercises. The lesson aims to improve students' ability to understand social cues and communicate effectively with both peers and family members, which is essential for their social development and confidence in social settings.

A 3-session, 30-minute each, group counseling series for parents of elementary students with autism and ADHD. Parents will learn foundational knowledge, communication and behavior support strategies, and self-care techniques to empower their child’s success and their own well-being.

In this 90-minute Tier 2 group session, parents will learn to recognize signs of peer pressure in kids, practice effective communication strategies, and develop a family action plan to support their children’s resilience. This workshop empowers parents to create a supportive home environment and strengthen their child’s decision-making skills.

A focused 15-minute, one-on-one coaching session designed to help educators connect with difficult or disengaged parents. In this Tier 3 individual support lesson, teachers will learn quick rapport-building techniques, communication strategies, and reflective practices. Perfect for adult educators seeking practical skills to open lines of communication with challenging parents.

A concise toolkit helping teachers launch a weekly newsletter and digital portal to keep families informed about learning goals and student progress. This Tier 1 lesson equips 1st grade teachers with practical strategies and templates for fostering family engagement through a weekly 30-minute session.

This lesson introduces parents to mindfulness techniques that can improve family dynamics and support their children's mental health. By learning and practicing mindfulness, parents can create a more peaceful and supportive home environment. This session will empower parents with tools to manage stress, enhance communication, and foster emotional resilience in their children.

This lesson is designed to equip parents with effective strategies to support their children with ADHD, focusing on minimizing frustration and enhancing understanding. By engaging in discussions, reading, and practical activities, parents will gain insights into ADHD and learn how to implement restorative practices and trauma-informed teaching at home. This lesson is crucial for fostering a supportive environment that promotes the well-being and success of children with ADHD.

In this 90-minute group session, parents will learn practical mindfulness and calming strategies to support their families’ emotional well-being. This session empowers parents with tools they can use at home to create a more peaceful and connected family environment.

In this 90-minute, one-session workshop, parents will learn to develop effective home-school behavior plans that foster consistency, communication, and positive outcomes for their children. This lesson equips parents with practical strategies, templates, and collaborative activities to create clear expectations and reinforce classroom learning at home. Audience: Parents; Tier 1; Duration: 90 minutes.

A 90-minute Tier 1 parent workshop designed to equip parents with strategies to support their shy, anxious, or aggressive children socially. This session introduces practical communication techniques, activity-based learning, and real-life scenarios to foster social skills at home and in the community.

In this Tier 2 small-group project, elementary school parents and teachers learn to collaboratively design outreach materials and strategies to recruit diverse School Governance Council members. Over three 35‐minute sessions, participants build skills in family engagement, co-creation, and decision-making to strengthen school governance.

A comprehensive lesson aimed at providing parents with essential knowledge and tools for effective meal planning and preparation. This includes understanding the benefits, getting practical tips, and accessing resources for healthy meal ideas.

A 90-minute Tier 2 session for parents on using visuals and schedules to support child learning and behavior. This workshop helps parents understand benefits, create simple visuals, and implement effective schedules at home.

In this small-group session for K–2 teachers, participants will learn how to partner with parents to build supportive routines at home, boosting consistency and student success. Over a 40-minute session, teachers will practice engaging family routines through interactive activities and leave with concrete tools for Tier 2 group support.

This lesson provides parents with quick and effective behavior strategies to support their elementary-aged children. It includes a brief reading on key strategies and a guided discussion to reinforce understanding and application. This lesson is important as it equips parents with practical tools to foster positive behavior at home, enhancing their child's social and emotional development.

This lesson introduces first-grade students to the concept of a 'Coping Skill Tree,' helping them identify and develop strategies to manage emotions and challenges. Through engaging activities and worksheets, students will learn how to nurture their emotional resilience, an essential life skill that will support their well-being and personal growth.

A 90-minute Tier 2 workshop for parents focused on strategies and supports to help their students complete school work at home. This session equips parents with practical tools, routines, and communication techniques to boost their children’s motivation and accountability.

In this 30-minute individual session, the student will learn to plan, start, and complete household chores effectively—building responsibility, time management, and self-reliance. Tier 3 support provides personalized, step-by-step guidance and reflection prompts tailored for a 6th grader’s needs.

This lesson will use the video 'Ways to Improve Parent-Child Relationship' to explore strategies for strengthening relationships with family members. Students will participate in group discussions and create a personal action plan to improve a relationship with a family member.

In this 30-minute Tier 3 lesson for a 6th grader, students will explore strategies and build confidence for returning to school. This lesson focuses on personalized goal-setting, coping strategies, and a supportive plan to ease the transition. Perfect for individual support, it helps students feel prepared and empowered for the new school year.

In this final session on family dynamics and divorce, middle school small groups will reflect on coping strategies, reinforce communication skills, and celebrate growth. This lesson is important to help students consolidate learning, foster resilience, and strengthen peer support in navigating family changes.

In this 35-minute Tier 2 small-group workshop, 6th graders will practice active listening and constructive self-expression to strengthen communication with family members. By learning to tune into others and share feelings respectfully, students build empathy and confidence, fostering more supportive home relationships.

This lesson is designed to support parents and children in dealing with the emotional and practical challenges of having an incarcerated family member. It aims to provide coping strategies, emotional support, and communication skills to help families navigate this difficult situation. The lesson is tailored for a parent and child to work together in a 90-minute session, focusing on individual needs and fostering a supportive environment.

In these two hands-on, kindergarten-friendly sessions, students will create a class “Family Book” that highlights family roles and responsibilities. Through reading, discussion, games, and activities, children learn what responsibility means and practice simple steps for helping at home and school. This lesson builds social-emotional skills, community, and real-life habits.

An individualized plan for families needing intensive social service navigation, providing tailored contacts, schedules, and follow-up plans to empower 9th grade families. This Tier 3 lesson supports one-on-one engagement over a 30-minute session, guiding families through community resources and service navigation.

In this 30-minute individual session, we will help a shy 7-year-old boy learn to build healthy friendships and feel more confident in social situations. Through engaging activities, a fun game, a short reading, and guided conversation, he’ll practice making connections and handling teasing kindly. This lesson is Tier 3 support, tailored to his unique needs, bullying experiences, and timid nature.

This lesson focuses on enhancing social and relationship skills for a high school student through social-emotional learning. It's designed as a Tier 3 individual support session, lasting 30 minutes, to provide personalized strategies for effective communication and relationship building. The lesson aims to empower the student with skills to navigate social interactions confidently.

A concise toolkit helping teachers launch a weekly newsletter and digital portal to keep families informed about learning goals and student progress. This lesson supports 1st Grade educators in building strong family engagement through clear communication channels in a 30-minute weekly session. Audience: 1st Grade Class, Tier 1 Classroom-wide support.

In this 60-minute Tier 2 group session, 7th graders will explore the fundamentals of family therapy for children ages 3–10. Students will learn why family therapy matters, practice supportive communication skills, and engage in role-plays to build empathy and problem-solving strategies. This lesson equips future mentors and sibling volunteers with tools to foster healthy family dynamics.

A 90-minute parent workshop on effective strategies to motivate students to complete assignments, building a positive homework routine. This session empowers parents with practical tools and insights to support their children’s academic success.

This session is designed to equip parents with strategies to support their children experiencing school avoidance. It will provide practical tools and insights to help parents understand and address the underlying causes of school avoidance, fostering a supportive home environment. This is a single 30-minute session aimed at empowering parents with effective techniques to encourage school attendance.

A two-session individualized support lesson for a 7th grader with ADHD targeting executive functioning skills and peer conflict resolution in 20-minute sessions. This will help the student improve homework organization and social interactions through tailored activities and assessments.

This one-on-one session aims to motivate a first-grade male student to participate in school activities and address his negative feelings about schoolwork. By tailoring activities to his interests, the student will learn to view schoolwork as enjoyable and manageable. This personalized approach is important as it helps build a positive attitude towards learning, which is crucial for his academic and social development.

An interactive 60-minute workshop for 5th Grade small groups that brings parents and students together through literacy and math games. This Tier 2 session boosts skill reinforcement, fosters community, and models collaborative learning.