GPS American Education Week program to focus on school-parent partnerships

On Monday, Nov. 24, the GPS Parent Series will present a special American Education Week event titled “The School-Parent Partnership: Tackling Tough Topics — Attendance, Slipping Grades and Behavior” with award-winning school administrator Beth Houf at noon and 7 p.m. via Zoom.

Visit GPSParentSeries.org for information and the link to these webinars.

It is no surprise that when schools and parents work together, all students benefit. Effective collaboration between educators and families, especially when addressing challenging issues like academics, attendance, or behavioral problems, relies on strong communication, empathy and a shared commitment to the student’s well-being.

Houf will come to GPS to assist with skills that foster open, honest and respectful dialogue and active listening — with a focus on solutions. She will share strategies to enhance communication especially when addressing tough topics.

By creating partnerships that demonstrate genuine care, students can feel connected, empowered, and inspired on the path to engaged learning and academic success.

Houf is the principal of Capital City High School in Jefferson City, Missouri. She is the co-author of “Lead Like a Pirate: Make School Amazing for Your Students and Staff.” Houf serves as a facilitator for the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Leadership Academy and provides monthly training to state educational leaders. She has received numerous leadership awards, including the 2022 National Association of Secondary School Principals National Principal of the Year.

All are welcome to the free weekly GPS events, and no registration is required.

To be placed on a reminder list for GPS events, contact Gilda Ross, student and community projects coordinator, at gilda_ross@glenbard.org or (630) 942-7668. Continuing education credits are available.