Budgeting for Family Engagement at the School Level

Family engagement is not an add-on—it is a core strategy for improving student achievement and strengthening school communities. When schools invest in building authentic partnerships between educators and families, students are more likely to succeed academically and socially.

However, not all family engagement strategies yield the same impact. Especially in tight budget environments, school leaders must make intentional choices about where to invest time, resources, and staff capacity.

This resource is designed to help school leaders prioritize investments that strengthen relationships, support academic partnership, and contribute to long-term school improvement, not just short-term participation.