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.
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