FACE Highlights

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On May 18, we had the second Book Study session. We are very proud of our parents who are part of the FACE Book Club. It is great to see the level of engagement of our parents while they discuss their readings. The FACE Department will continue offering Book Study sessions next school year.

There is no better reward than seen the children engagement with Storytelling. Thank you parents for supporting this FACE initiative that will resume in September.

"Extrañaremos mucho las historias!!! Mis hijos disfrutaban cada una de ellas desde Fort Worth, mi pequeño se volvió adicto a Los tres Cochinitos desde que lo escucho con ustedes. Hasta pronto!!! #storytime" Mariana Zazil (parent).

All partnerships have the capability to support student’s learning, whether it is inside or outside the classroom. Kaleigh Newman, Director of Visual Arts and Mary Cooper, a teacher at Houston Academy partnered with Bank of America in Greenspoint to display students’ art exhibits.

It is an inconceivable experience when families can walk into the bank and see their child’s artwork on display. If we want our students to believe they are artist, it is important for us to help them to see themselves in that manner.

Nancy Gauthier, Family and Community Engagement Specialist expressed, “Aldine ISD is grateful for this opportunity to display our students’ creative expressions on a Community Wall in a neighborhood bank. The colors, forms, and expressions used represents our scholars authentic artistic talents.”

Bank of America manager, Rafael Miranda declared, “As part of the community, we understand its economy, culture, strengths, and challenges so it’s an honor to partner with Aldine ISD.”

This relationship with Bank of America is evidence of authentic family and community engagement.

Beautiful and inspiring stories were shared by Aldine ISD stakeholders during the Be Inspired event that was held on May 17. It was great to hear testimonials from our guest speakers about how to overcome challenges in life. The Be Inspired and Ser Inspirado events were hosted by students Justina Metu and Lauren Dubon.

The FACE Team is very grateful for all the support. We did not want to end this challenging school year without celebrating the people who made it possible.

The FACE Campus Liaisons are the real superheros behind family engagement. Thank you all for your dedication!

Volunteers and business partners were recognized with a virtual celebration held on May 6.

Not even the rain could stop the beautiful graduation ceremonies of the more than 3,000 Aldine students who proved, once again, that everything is possible with determination.

This summer, the Family and Community Engagement Department is hosting TWO Family Fun Days!

The first one will be on June 17th, and the second one will be on July 1st.

We have all had an interesting year, and we want our students and their families to have a moment of fun! We will have:

• A book giveaway
• Bubbles
• Fun activities

.... and did we say bubbles!

We hope you can join us on either date.

Location TBD. Please check back or follow us on Twitter for location details.

The Family and Community Engagement Team has compiled a list of resources to help you during the pandemic. From community resources to job opportunities, we hope this list can help you find what you are looking for.

Families, there are many ways you can support your schools. Here are some ways you can engage in your child's education.

This section highlights the wonderful things that are happening on our campuses. Be in the lookout for your school!

So often you find that the students you're trying to INSPIRE are the ones that end up inspiring you.

-Sean Junkins

Email: FACE@aldineisd.org
Website: https://www.aldineisd.org/about/departments/office-of-communications/family-and-community-engagement-department/
Location: 2520 W W Thorne Blvd, Houston, TX 77073, USA
Phone: (281)985-6443
Twitter: @Aldine_FACE