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Engaging Your Community Throughout the Year
Community engagement is a cornerstone of student success. When parents, teachers, and school leaders work together, students benefit academically and emotionally. Not sure where to start?
Events offer a great way to get parents and students involved. During National School Choice Week in January and beyond, events help strengthen relationships with families, boost morale, and enroll more students. With a little planning, a small-scale event like a spirit week, information night, or guided tour can support your goals.
Larger events like school fairs, field trips, or community service projects can also expand your reach and impact. To help inspire ideas for your next event, we’re sharing a look at some fun and engaging events from schools coast to coast!
Ascent Academy in Lehi, UT
“We celebrated our families and students of Ascent Academy in Lehi, Utah with our Parent & Daughter Monster Bash! It was our 11th Daddy/Daughter dance, the first time with a theme.”
– Tricia Remington, Principal, Ascent Academy in Lehi, UT
Dominion Ridge Academy in Front Royal, VA
“October 18th, we combined with our host church for a pumpkin festival and chili cook-off. About 400 people in the community attended. It was a great time for all of us with perfect weather! We served pulled pork sandwiches, hot dogs, chips, and drinks for the event. The church had children’s games and a hayride. There was a hot air balloon there and it was 4 our Seniors’ first time riding in one.”
– Carrie Hill, Principal, Dominion Ridge Academy in Front Royal, VA
Flushing Christian School in Flushing, NY
“Flushing Christian School marked its 75th Anniversary with a joyful gala held on Friday, October 24th. The evening was a beautiful tribute to God’s faithfulness over the past seven and a half decades, and a heartfelt expression of hope and faith as we step into the future.”
– Nimisha Baball, Development Coordinator, Flushing Christian School in Flushing, NY
Ingenium Schools in Chino Hills, CA
“Our Fall Fest was a wonderful celebration that brought together students, families, and staff for a day full of activities, connection, and fun. Families enjoyed games ranging from soccer to lotería, and students had the opportunity to dress up if they celebrated Halloween. It was a joyful event that reflected our commitment to building community and creating inclusive spaces where every family feels welcome.”
– Javier Mendoza, Digital Engagement Specialist, Ingenium Schools in Chino Hills, CA
Olympic Christian School in Port Angeles, WA
“Olympic Christian School hosted a Back to School BBQ to welcome families into a new school year. Food, a playground, a bouncy house, and friends old and new made the event a wonderful success for the start of a new school year!”
– Tiffany Gillespie, Principal, Olympic Christian School in Port Angeles, WA
Horizon Science Academy Belmont High in Chicago, IL
“We are thrilled to share the success of our recent community involvement event, our McTeacher Night fundraiser! In just 3 short hours, we raised just under $700; 100% of the pie sales and 15% of the food sales go directly back to supporting our students. It’s a quick, fun way to make a meaningful impact, and we can’t wait to do it again! We look forward to hosting another event in the spring and using the funds raised to support students in need of assistance with field trip expenses. Our teacher especially loved exploring new roles behind the counter and getting an awesome shirt with the experience.”
– Jenn Rodriguez, Community Outreach & Enrollment Coordinator, Horizon Science Academy Belmont High in Chicago, IL
Oaklawn Stem Magnet School in Hot Springs, AR
“We hosted a grandparents lunch and they wrote words of Why I Love OSTEM for my Grandchild. This was a great way to engage families, community volunteers, celebrate our school, emphasize the great things OSTEM does and encourage our staff with the affirming words about our school.”
– Angela Millard, School Counselor, Oaklawn Stem Magnet School in Hot Springs
Academy of Accelerated Learning, Inc. in Houston, TX
“This October, our three sites have hosted engaging STEM Parent and Student Nights, and we also celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month. We held STEM Nights at our Bellfort and Ashcroft sites and hosted our Savoy Hispanic Heritage Celebration.”
– Sydney Jameson, Central Office Manager, Academy of Accelerated Learning, Inc. in Houston, TX
Redeemer Lutheran Church and School in Salt Lake City, UT
“Our school was a ‘vendor’ at a Utah Education Fits All provider fair. Our goal was to get our school information out to the community as a school of choice in Salt Lake City. ”
– Janet Johnson, Administrative Assistant, Redeemer Lutheran Church and School in Salt Lake City, UT
