Family and Community Engagement (FACE) - Arlington Public Schools

Family and Community Engagement (FACE) stands as a transformative educational approach, forging deep partnerships between schools and families to empower student achievement. It embodies equity in action, striving to bridge disparities in academic outcomes within APS by nurturing collaborative bonds between educators and parents. Through unified efforts, the impact extends beyond classrooms, enriching the fabric of Arlington’s community as a whole.

FACE embodies the fusion of research and practice, equipping schools, families, and community allies with essential tools for collective success. Central to this mission is bolstering the capabilities of both families and educators, grounded in proven methodologies and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Family Workshops

APS and Edu-Futuro have teamed up to offer a range of diverse family workshops focused on helping families navigate the US education system. These workshops are designed to empower parents and guardians with the knowledge and tools they need to support their student’s learning.

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Kenmore Middle School

Wakefield High School Workshops

School-Based FACE Action Teams

School-Based FACE Action Coordinators

The FACE Action Team is a special committee that supports a school’s vision and action plan.

FACE Teams work together to:
- Review school data, design, coordinate, and implement high-impact strategies that foster student academic success and well-being.
- Build capacity among parents and educators, with an aim to narrow the achievement and opportunity gaps in APS.

Abingdon Elementary: Mary Clare Moller

Arlington Career Center: Monica Lozano

Barrett Elementary: Emily Van Ostern

Carlin Springs Elementary: Carol Sabatino

Claremont Elementary: Anette Rivas

Dr. Charles R. Drew: Melinda Tyler & Kaitlyn Fowler

Escuela Key Elementary: Meg Enriquez

Gunston Middle School: María (Leti) Delgado

Hoffman-Boston Elementary: Jennifer Burgin

Innovation Elementary: Ellen Vicens

Long Branch Elementary: Jillian Williams

Oakridge Elementary: Lysette Lara & Megan Price

Randolph Elementary: Molly Jones & Christine Chapuis

Shriver Program: Marissa Graham

ParentSquare support

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Contact

Elisabeth Lúa, APS FACE Coordinator
Syphax Education Center
[email protected]
703-228-2598

School-Based Bilingual Family Specialists