Springboard Collaborative

?? We’re here at the NATIONAL ALLIANCE OF BLACK SCHOOL EDUCATORS (NABSE) conference! Stop by our booth in the atrium to learn more about Springboard Collaborative and how we’re partnering with schools to build powerful family engagement in literacy. ?? Whether you’re curious about our Family-Educator Learning Accelerator (FELA) programs or want to discuss ways to boost literacy in underserved communities, we’d love to connect. Plus, you can enter our drawing to receive a $50 Starbucks gift card and Springboard Collaborative tumbler. #NABSE2024 #FamilyEngagement #Literacy cc: Ryan LeClaire Bentley Kapten Keo Chea-Young Larry Johnson

November is National Family Literacy Month. Our CEO, Alejandro Gibes de Gac, recently explained the power of empowering families ?? "Parents want the best for their offspring. That we leave that renewable natural resource on the table is mind-boggling to me. No one's more intrinsically motivated to help their kids learn, and parents are willing and able to teach for free. That's how motivated they are. That's not something you can afford to leave on the table." If this resonates with you, tag an educator or education leader to spread the word about the power of family collaboration. #NationalFamilyLiteracyMonth #ReadingTogether #FamilyEngagement

Small changes can lead to significant growth. ?? Before our program, participating students spent an average of just 13 minutes reading at home each day. After concluding our program? That number jumped to 21 minutes per day—a 62% increase! ?? By fostering a love for reading and building family-school partnerships, we see firsthand how small, consistent efforts can transform reading habits and outcomes. When families and educators work together, even these small gains add up, creating stronger readers and more confident learners. #FamilyEngagement #ReadingSuccess #LiteracyGrowth

?? We’re excited to announce that we will be at the upcoming NABSE conference, presenting our session, Building Family Partnerships for Literacy Success. Join us as we dive into the impact of family engagement on literacy growth. Session Highlights: ?? Discover the Family-Educator Learning Accelerator (FELA) methodology, where families and educators partner to extend learning from school to home. ?? Learn about recent findings, including a Principal Magazine study, showing that strong family engagement is linked to reduced absenteeism and increased student success. ?? Experience a hands-on family workshop and hear how 97% of participating families feel more equipped to support their child’s literacy journey. We look forward to sharing strategies and insights on how family partnerships can drive literacy success. If you’re attending NABSE, stop by our session and our booth to see how we’re making a difference for early learners in underserved communities. #NABSE2024 #Literacy #StudentSuccess

Family engagement is an integral part of the Springboard Collaborative program. Our family workshops bring teachers, students and their families together to learn and practice strategies such as asking your child to questions after reading to determine their story comprehension, to the ends of building the habits and skills necessary to read on grade level by 4th grade. ?????? During the 2023-2024 academic year, we achieved 91% family workshop attendance. When families are engaged, their students thrive. ?? #LiteracyMatters #EducationForAll #K12Learning

Today, we’re observing Election Day as a dedicated holiday at Springboard Collaborative. ??? Since 2021, we’ve taken this day to ensure our team has the time and space to vote and engage civically. Whether it’s voting, volunteering, or supporting community initiatives, we encourage everyone to take part in shaping the policies that impact our shared mission. We hope that you have the time and space today to take part in your own way.

Please join us in welcoming Andrea Avery to the Springboard Collaborative team as our new Curriculum Editor! ?? Andrea brings a unique blend of editorial expertise and a deep commitment to impactful, student-centered learning. Her passion for language and dedication to creating high-quality, equitable educational resources makes her an exceptional addition to our team. Get to know Andrea ?? ?? Favorite children’s book: Amelia Bedelia – Andrea loves her earnestness, originality, and irrepressible creativity. ?? Currently reading: Mother Doll by Katya Apekina (fiction) and Cue the Sun: The Invention of Reality TV by Emily Nussbaum (nonfiction). ?? Most excited about: Collaborating with a diverse team to enhance Springboard Collaborative’s resources for students, teachers, and families. Andrea shares: "I was compelled by the way Springboard views families as powerful players in learning and refuses the (false) narrative that teachers and families are adversaries—in that narrative, students always lose."

Meet Desiree Marks, a classroom teacher turned Senior Director of Program Design for our literacy programs. Her career path has been shaped by her passion for literacy and commitment to making a difference in the lives of young readers. Desiree is passionate about helping young children build confidence as learners, as well as helping districts, schools, teachers, and families realize their potential in that work. She’s seen firsthand how this approach transforms classrooms and inspires students to love reading. Desiree shares insights into successful K-12 afterschool and summer literacy programs, including proven strategies for family engagement, measuring program success, and best practices for professional development. Read her tips ?? https://lnkd.in/gEfyKU-r

Why is our program so popular at Donovan Elementary in Randolph, MA? Beth Fitzgerald, Assistant Principal at Donovan Elementary, Randolph Public Schools, Massachusetts Department of Education, shares how our approach to literacy education has families lining up to join and teachers continuing to coach semester after semester. Hear what else Ms. Fitzgerald has to say about our partnership.

Join us in welcoming Samantha Fils-Aimé to our team as the new Assistant Vice President of Curriculum and Instruction. Samantha brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to improving literacy outcomes for students. Her passion for education, strategic vision, and focus on family engagement make her a valuable addition to our team. Get to know Samantha. ?? ?? Favorite children’s book: Where the Sidewalk Ends by Shel Silverstein ?? Currently reading: The Knowledge Gap by Natalie Wexler ?? Most excited about: Collaborating with her teams to develop a strategic instructional vision that not only increases student literacy outcomes but also strengthens teacher pedagogy and empowers families to support their children’s growth as readers. We are excited to see the positive impact Samantha will have as she works to further Springboard Collaborative’s mission. Please join us in welcoming her to the team. #NewHire #CurriculumDevelopment #FamilyEngagement #LiteracyMatters