FAMILY ENGAGEMENT

We believe that family engagement is critical to the success of children. Our Family Engagement Coordinator is available to provide one-on-one support to families to meet their individual needs. Our Family Engagement Coordinator also works to support child care providers to strengthen their family engagement practices.

MEET OUR FAMILY ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR

My name is Callie Parr and I have lived in beautiful Butte, MT my entire life. I have three wonderful children and just recently got engaged to my charming fiancé, Chris. Most of my career has been spent in the customer service field. One of my passions is being able to help others. I have loved working in eligibility at the Butte 4-C’s and look forward to becoming the Family Engagement Coordinator and creating new relationships, as well as, continuing working closely with those already established. I am excited to help families with their needs, provide referrals, and help support parents and providers with education and community resources.

WHAT IS FAMILY ENGAGEMENT?

The genuine strengths-based relationship between families, programs, and the community sharing responsibility to support the positive development of children and families.

Families are engaged in regular, two-way communication.
All families have the capacity to support their child and are respected for their individual strengths.
Families are honored as the expert and first and most influential teacher of their child.
Partnerships with families are based on mutual trust, respect and appreciate for individual cultures, values, and languages.
Families are invited to actively participate and are include in goal setting/decision-making for their child.

WHY IS FAMILY ENGAGEMENT IMPORTANT?

Family engagement helps kids feel connected to their caregivers, family and community. Kids who are connected feel safe, secure, and supported. Connected children can, grow, learn, and thrive! Family engagement helps parents and other caregivers feel connected to their children and community.

FAMILY ENGAGEMENT IN CHILD CARE FACILTIES

Family engagement in child care facilities refers to the partnership between families and the facility to support the growth, learning, and development of the child. This could include involvement in activities and programs and input around planning, development, and evaluation.

FAMILY ENGAGEMENT FOR FAMILIES

Family engagement is a crucial piece in supporting children. Families are their children's first and forever teachers and have the best insight on what their child needs! When families are engaged they feel connected to their children and community.

OUR FAMILY ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR CAN CONNECT YOU TO:

Child and Family Related Resources
Pregnant/Parenting Resources and Services
Housing Resources
Food and Nutrition Resources
Medical Resources
Transportation Resources
Financial Resources
Special Needs Resources
Legal Resources
Behavioral/Mental Health Resources
Crisis Intervention Resources
Veteran’s Resources