What a challenging year for us all. As we thought about wrapping up the school year, we wanted to highlight some of the resources we've shared over the course of the year that might be helpful for families looking for ways to keep kids engaged over the summer. We've also added some new ones!

We'd love to hear from you about what this year has been like from your perspective. How has the work of school-family partnerships changed? Have you felt supported - as an educator, parent/caregiver, or community partner?

Our 2021 statewide family engagement survey will remain open through the end of June, and we've already learned a lot from the 1,381 responses received so far. The greatest representation has been from Bristol, Middlesex, and Worcester Counties. We hope to hear from you.

Are you struggling to find activities for your child this summer? We know it can be difficult to navigate the changing guidelines and opportunities for the summer. Here are some steps you can take to find the right fit for your family.

In its earliest stages, learning to read is all about recognizing patterns and sounds. One way to prepare children for this task is to read them rhyming stories. Rhymes foster children’s ability to recognize patterns, syllables, and repeated sounds, all of which are essential for learning how to read.

Check out these book recommendations from children's author and educator Mathangi Subramanian, known to her friends as Mathu.