This workshop is designed for parents, caregivers, and community members who want to set students up for a strong and successful school year. We’ll share practical strategies to help families ease into new routines, stay organized, and build meaningful connections with teachers and schools. From managing schedules to fostering communication, you’ll leave with tools to help your child stay focused and confident throughout the year.

What You'll Learn

Getting Organized
Learn how to create a consistent daily and weekly schedule that balances academics, extracurricular activities, and downtime.

Building Your Team
Discover who to contact at school for different issues, from teachers and counselors to the school nurse and administrators.

Proactive Communication
Master the best ways to stay informed about your child's progress, assignments, and any potential issues before they become major problems.

Scheduling for Success
Get tips on structuring academic time at home, helping your child stay on top of homework and study routines.

This event is part of a series dedicated to strengthening family-school partnerships across New Jersey. 

Please register using the registration link or QR Code on the flyer. 

Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/back-to-school-moving-forward-registration-1640831102999?aff=oddtdtcreator

This workshop is presented by the New Jersey Family Engagement Hub as part of our Lunch and Learning Series. 

The New Jersey Family Engagement Hub is a project of SPAN funded by the U.S. Department of Education.

Event Type	Educational Workshop
Age Groups	Adults
Community Services	Community Community Education Education School-Based Services
Health Services	Intellectual and Developmental Needs Advocacy
Payment Types	Free
Areas Served	State-Wide

Last Updated: 09/10/25