PFCE Framework and Related Materials
Parent, Family, and Community Engagement Framework [PDF, 1.1MB]
This framework is a road map for progress in achieving the kinds of outcomes that lead to positive and enduring change for children and families. It is a research-based approach to program change that shows how an agency can work together as a whole—across systems and service areas—to promote parent and family engagement and children's learning development. Available in English and Spanish [PDF, 15MB].
Family Engagement as Parent Involvement 2.0
This resource provides definitions and examples to help clarify the difference between the terms 'parent involvement' and 'family engagement.'
The Head Start Parent, Family, and Community Engagement Catalog
This annotated resources catalog was created to promote effective parent, family, and community engagement in support of young children's learning, development, and school readiness. The resource is organized according to PFCE Framework. [PDF, 2.3MB]
Using the Head Start Parent, Family, and Community Engagement Framework in Your Program: Markers of Progress [PDF, 6MB]
This guide was created to help you recognize your program's accomplishments in engaging parents, families, and the community. Available in English, Spanish [PDF, 15MB], and a Text version [PDF, 641KB].
Bringing the Parent, Family, and Community Engagement Framework to Your Program: Beginning a Self-Assessment [PDF, 5.5MB]
Using this research-based tool will lead toward systemic, integrated and comprehensive approaches that have a strong potential for meeting family and child outcomes. Available in a Text version [PDF, 455KB].
Integrating Strategies for Program Progress (ISPP) [PDF, 1.1MB]
This resource helps programs explore engagement strategies for achieving each outcome of the PFCE Framework. The strategies included in this resource are taken from the Framework and were developed by a cohort of Head Start and Early Head Start leaders, in partnership with the Office of Head Start. Available in English, Spanish, and an English fillable version [PDF, 1.1MB].
Family Engagement and Ongoing Child Assessment [PDF, 2.2MB]
This paper outlines a framework for building partnerships between program staff and parents that establish ongoing communication, enhance teacher-child and parent-child relationships, and help prepare children and families for transitions to later schooling. English and Spanish
The Head Start Parent, Family, and Community Engagement Framework for Early Care and Education Programs [PDF, 217KB]
This summary introduces the Head Start PFCE Framework to early care and education programs. English and Spanish [PDF, 983.4KB]
Multimedia
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Webcast00:09:23Yvette Sanchez Fuentes talks about how the PFCE Framework can help Head Start and Early Head Start programs support school readiness success.
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Webcast
00:12:01Early Head Start parents spoke with Yvette Sanchez Fuentes about their Early Head Start experiences and the critical role they played in their children's development and learning.
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Webcast00:14:54Kiersten Beigel, OHS Family and Community Partnerships Specialist, spoke with two program directors about leadership and family engagement.
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Webcast00:21:12OHS Family and Community Partnerships Specialist Kiersten Beigel talked with Education and Curriculum Director and FCP Coordinator about children's learning and development and family engagement.
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Conf Call00:33:42OHS and the National Center on Parent, Family and Community Engagement respond to questions about the PFCE Framework.
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Resources
Digital Markers of Progress (DMOP)
NEW! Track your PFCE program progress using this new digital assessment tool.
Integrating Strategies for Program Progress (ISPP) Part II
NEW! Use this exercise to familiarize staff and colleagues with the PFCE Framework and to deepen their understanding of the connections between strategies and practices that lead to a systemic, integrated, and comprehensive approach to parent, family, and community engagement.
Frequently Asked Questions: Parent, Family, and Community Engagement Framework
This resource responds to frequently asked questions about the Head Start Parent, Family, and Community Engagement Framework.
Parent, Family, and Community Engagement Certificate
The National Center on Parent, Family, and Community Engagement has created a certificate that is available for programs to use.
Events & Conferences
Contact Us
Read About the National Center on Parent, Family, and Community Engagement. It describes the philosophy and role in working to enhance the positive development of children from birth to eight and to strengthen HS/EHS families and communities. English and Spanish [PDF, 110KB]
Send your questions and requests to ncpfce at childrens dot harvard dot edu or call 1-855-208-0909 (toll-free) from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (ET).
Last Updated: February 5, 2013
