Ken Smythe-Leistico

Improving school outcomes through attendance, parent and community engagement, and communication.

[Ken Smythe-Leistico @rise2educate]

@DTrainn_23 It's no small thing when a superstar takes his time to sign his name for a budding fan. My son will forever remember and cheer on the @Brewers

[Ken Smythe-Leistico @rise2educate]

@NatlHeadStart Curious which elements of early childhood best predict kindergarten success??? Join me in Sebastion 1 3 on Wed at 3 PM to find out #Parent18

[Ken Smythe-Leistico @rise2educate]

Excited to represent @setonhill at the @NatlHeadStart Conference #Parent18

[Ken Smythe-Leistico @rise2educate]

Thank you Sesame Street for daring to shine a light ... https://t.co/m7RU0axgl8

[Ken Smythe-Leistico @rise2educate]

It's all about the feels https://t.co/Nnx3McspRc

[Ken Smythe-Leistico @rise2educate]

@setonhill introduces the newest members to the Social Work honor society, Phi Alpha. Welcome, Jasmine and Kelly!!

[Ken Smythe-Leistico @rise2educate]

A good read for my educator friends. https://t.co/pjl2JDM20u

[Ken Smythe-Leistico @rise2educate]

Yesterday, Project HOPE (SW/Service Club) got into the holiday spirit creating cards for Children's Hospital. @setonhill

[FutureEd @FutureEdGU]

"Nudges" have been effective at getting voters to the polls and getting homeowners to reduce energy usage. And they seem to work for improving school attendance. https://t.co/ujyZ8UB2zF @attendanceworks @toddrogers @rise2educate @peterbergman_

[Ken Smythe-Leistico @rise2educate]

Let's have a fun, safe Halloween! 🎃 https://t.co/nPg498Z5hR

[Ken Smythe-Leistico @rise2educate]

Incredibly honored to have been part of this collaborative effort to understand & address student absenteeism

[Ken Smythe-Leistico @rise2educate]

Fantastic day helping to build Plum's first inclusive playground! #playmatters @kaboom

[Ken Smythe-Leistico @rise2educate]

Looking forward to another lively training with my good F.R.I.E.N.D.S #childabuseprevention — traveling to Rapid City, South Dakota from Pittsburgh International Airport https://t.co/tpue9KrGPh

[Social Thinking @socialthinking]

For kids of all ages, the transition back to school is a little anxiety-provoking in the best-case scenario, and majorly distressing in the worst. According to the Anxiety and... https://t.co/NA9WaWzsGH

[Ken Smythe-Leistico @rise2educate]

The school year may just be starting, but a look at the school calendar... https://t.co/pSXTm762n6

[Ken Smythe-Leistico @rise2educate]

Check out this new customizable toolkit for back to school success from our friends at Confident Parents, Confident Kids:

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[Ken Smythe-Leistico @rise2educate]

Programs at our local libraries support kindergarten readiness skills in many ways, not just by connecting kids and books (although that's good, too). https://t.co/hNaysivDu9

[Ken Smythe-Leistico @rise2educate]

Some great tips on how to build the social emotional skills that predict school and life success. https://t.co/9IWnqNwpQa

[Ken Smythe-Leistico @rise2educate]

Lots of great back to school opportunities coming up! In addition to getting all the supplies you need, talking to your child about school can help you both feel more ready to go. Here are some ways to get... https://t.co/3R357WyJDr

[Ken Smythe-Leistico @rise2educate]

Busy day unloading incentives to support school attendance. @setonhill @Simoneviv @Alyx_shoben