Cambridge Public Schools seeks to build culturally responsive relationships with families, following values and principles defined in the
Massachusetts Family, School, and Community Partnerships Fundamentals.
Welcoming All People: creating a respectful, accessible environment where all families are included
Communicating Effectively: using multiple methods to share information in a way that is accessible and understandable to diverse families, and providing opportunities to hear from students, families, and the community.
Supporting the Success of Children and Youth: Empowering families with information about their children’s learning progress and ways to support and enrich student learning beyond the school day.
Advocating for Each Child and Youth: Equipping all families with the information they need to advocate for their children and navigate the transition from public school to college and career.
Sharing Power and Responsibility: Provide opportunities for diverse families to have a voice in decision-making by the school, and in policy-making by the district and beyond.
Partnering with the Community: Serving as a link to local resources, so that families can access the help they need to support student success.
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