Successful Innovations

Supporting equitable family engagement to equip families as equal partners in their child's education

[Ginny Gills @GinnyGills]

Working with the BIG kids reminds me of My WHY daily! I’m enjoying this opportunity to make a difference, not only with the students but with their families. Family Engagement is so much more than events at school and it’s much more than a check box and attendance count. If you’re exploring ways you can connect, engage, and partner with your families, reach out. I’d love to work with you and your school! I’m pretty good at it! ❤️ @NAESP @welv_va @leaders_black @VAABSE_org @longwoodu

[Ginny Gills @GinnyGills]

IYKYK! ⬇️
Hope the BIG kids like confetti as much as The Littles….building relationships and combatting chronic absenteeism go hand in hand.
@welv_va @VATLL_VASCD @Successfulinc @PowhatanSchools @NationalPTA @NAESP

[Ginny Gills @GinnyGills]

Attention Principals:
Wise words from @ToddWhitaker
@NAESP @Successfulinc @welv_va @VAABSE_org

[Ginny Gills @GinnyGills]

Day 2 of the National Family Engagement Summit and super pumped! The energy is high, the passion is contagious, and the networking is on point! Retired principal brag rights….our Little Dukes nailed keynote introductions! So proud! Can’t wait to share more about our students and engaging families during my session tomorrow! @Successfulinc @nfesummit @DarlaEdwards13

[Ginny Gills @GinnyGills]

Check out Little Duke, Ja’Ona, introducing today’s first keynote speaker! Want to learn more about providing opportunities to give students voice, opportunities, and engage all stakeholders? Join my session today in Salon 4 “Reframing Family Engagement” and leave with actionable steps you can take back and implement today! @VDOE_News @NAESP @Successfulinc @nfesummit #ccesdukes @WendyTillett @PStepko

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Congratulations to these amazing finalists for the 2025 Constantino Family Engagement Practitioner Award. Join us as we celebrate their accomplishments in the field of Family Engagement at the 2025 National Family Engagement Summit. It's not too late to register.
Hope to see you there! https://t.co/fnZkNdKylZ

[Successful Innovations @Successfulinc]

At the 2025 National Family Engagement Summit, there is a session for everyone on just about any topic that addresses current trends in engaging families. Join Kenneth Henry for "The Art of De-escalating Adults in the Educational Environment" and leave with excellent strategies to support you when you need it. Register today at https://t.co/CwI4rzAYQb
@nfesummit @DarlaEdwards13 @HildaStevens20
@GinnyGills

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Are you ready to learn, grow, network, be inspired AND dance at the 2025 National Family Engagement Summit? We have an incredible event planned for you!
Klaxton Brown is the ultimate party band combining your favorite songs of yesterday with today’s top 40 hits. Influenced by jazz, R&B, funk, gospel, pop, country, and big band, the musicians of Klaxton Brown combine to form a unique sound and fun energy that will keep the dance floor packed and attendees talking for years to come. Don’t delay…register today! @nfesummit @DarlaEdwards13

[Successful Innovations @Successfulinc]

Have you registered for the 2025 National Family Engagement Summit? It's not too late to join hundreds of practitioners sharing best practices, strategies, networking, and more at the nation's Top Conference for all topics related to "Family Engagement". Leave inspired to make a difference in your school community. The impact is real! Register today at https://t.co/fnZkNdKylZ @DarlaEdwards13 @HildaStevens20 @GinnyGills @nfesummit

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Are you interested in learning more about Engaging Students and Families to Maximize Student Achievement? Educators and administrators need practical ways to connect with students and families in order to maximize student learning outcomes and achievement. Join @RachelEdohoEket at the 2025 National Family Engagement Summit and hear best practices to implement on behalf of students and their families that will make a positive shift towards improving student learning outcomes. Register today at https://t.co/fnZkNdK0wr @DarlaEdwards13

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How did you pivot and connect with families and staff during the pandemic?
Check this out! ⬇️

[Ginny Gills @GinnyGills]

As I finalize a keynote presentation to deliver later this week, I am reminded and humbled by the many magical, impactful moments during my tenure as principal. The pandemic certainly brought many challenges and times to pivot! One HUGE pivot was delivering Teacher Appreciation Gifts across 9 counties & Richmond city, and by far the GREATEST GIFT was while delivering in Henrico, experiencing the social distance grandparent-visit with Lancer @swbailey17. Look at their eyes...I see so much LOVE & PRIDE. #ccesdukes @NAESP @VATLL_VASCD @welv_va @leaders_black @LongwoodCGPS @longwoodu @Successfulinc @PowhatanSchools @PrincipalProj

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@GinnyGills Innovative and engaging!

[Ginny Gills @GinnyGills]

Are you using non-traditional opportunities to connect with your families? Interested in learning more about Virtual Parenting Classes and how they can help your school / community increase both access and impact? If you answered yes, we have an awesome session for you at the 2025 National Family Engagement Summit! Can't make it in-person? Of course we have a virtual option for you too! Register today. https://t.co/ksCCEEryNh @DarlaEdwards13 @Successfulinc

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We are thrilled to introduce our dynamic lineup of keynote presenters. Each speaker brings a powerful blend of expertise, innovation, and real-world impact creating an unforgettable learning experience that you will not want to miss!!!!
Join us in Richmond, Virginia for our milestone celebration highlighting a decade of this annual event! Reserve your spot at https://t.co/4UM8V0c77S
#nfesummit25 @DarlaEdwards13

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"Fathers Matter: Father Engagement in Schools" is another impactful session at the 2025 National Family Engagement Summit where participants can learn about an Atlanta initiative that implemented a father engagement program in elementary schools with primarily Black and Hispanic fathers. You don't want this miss this conference! Register today at https://t.co/CwI4rzAYQb @DarlaEdwards13 @HildaStevens20 @GinnyGills

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Explore how empathy interviews can be a transformative tool for building authentic, inclusive relationships with families in an interactive session at the 2025 National Family Engagement Summit. Grounded in equity-centered practices, this session will guide educators through the 'why,' 'how,' and 'what next' of conducting empathy interviews to foster fairness, belonging, and meaningful two-way communication with families across generations. Register today at https://t.co/CwI4rzBwFJ @DarlaEdwards13 @HildaStevens20 @GinnyGills

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How are we as educators responsive to the needs of students and families living in poverty? Experience a virtual poverty simulation and learn about the unique characteristics of poverty that may be impacting your families. In a session with Michaela Stovall, attendees will walk away with a renewed perspective and strategies to meet students and families where they are. If you haven't already registered for this impactful conference, do so today at https://t.co/fnZkNdK0wr
@DarlaEdwards13 @GinnyGills @HildaStevens20 @nfesummit

[Successful Innovations @Successfulinc]

Want to learn how to structure highly engaging gatherings that center parent voices, strengthen relationships and trust, honor diverse perspectives, increase inclusion, and transform school communities? Register today for the 2025 National Family Engagement Summit at https://t.co/fnZkNdK0wr and attend an impactful session with award-winning author, keynote speaker, trainer & coach...Ari Gerzon-Kessler

[Successful Innovations @Successfulinc]

At the 2025 National Family Engagement Summit, there is a session for everyone on just about any topic that addresses current trends in engaging families. Join Kenneth Henry for "The Art of De-escalating Adults in the Educational Environment" and leave with excellent strategies to support you when you need it. Register today at https://t.co/CwI4rzAYQb @nfesummit @DarlaEdwards13 @HildaStevens20 @RoslynMoffitt @GinnyGills

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What if the most transformational family engagement strategy isn’t a new app, flyer, or checklist—but a meaningful conversation? The session, "Inspired Conversations: Transforming Family Engagement from Transactional to Transformational", outlines Inspired Conversations--a reflective, relationship-centered framework grounded in the book "Inspire Me Moments: Living Out Loud with No Regrets", at the 2025 National Family Engagement Summit. Join educator and author Anthony Harris Brown, and register today at https://t.co/Wc9df08IcM @DarlaEdwards13 @HildaStevens20 @GinnyGills