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OST Family Engagement Tools

Tools to Grow

Elevating Out-of-School Time Engagement

Connect out-of-school time professionals with evidence-based family engagement tools and strategies designed to strengthen programs and build meaningful partnerships with families and communities. These resources help improve social and academic outcomes while supporting sustainable engagement practices tailored to your OST setting.

Our Approach

Customized Support for Your Program

Every out-of-school time program is unique, and we’re here to help you navigate that. We partner with your team to customize family engagement tools that align with your goals, community needs, and program priorities. Whether you're refining existing practices or launching new engagement efforts, we help you apply practical strategies that create lasting impact.

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HOW IT WORKS

What Programs Can Access

Built on Community & Family Services’ approach to helping educators, families, and communities work together, these tools support meaningful family engagement for out-of-school time programming.

Engagement Tools & Resources

Customizable resources and tools that help engage families in meaningful ways inside and outside of programs.

Communication & Take-Home Supports

Communication supports and take-home materials that make engagement accessible and actionable.

Training & Planning Resources

Training, templates, and strategies educators can use to build stronger family-community partnerships.

Customized Program Support

Tailored supports designed to fit unique program goals and increase participation and connection.

Looking for More Family Engagement Ideas?

View our full Family Engagement services to see examples of tools, events, and supports that can be customized for out-of-school time programs.

Partner with Us

Partner with us to strengthen family relationships and support student success. Together, we’ll build a stronger, more connected community.

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More OST Services

Out-of-School Time Evaluation

Amplify the impact of your afterschool program with our data-driven evaluation. You'll gain valuable insights, and together, we will identify challenges and set goals to achieve measurable and sustainable results.

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Behavior Engagement Solutions

Learn evidence-based strategies for managing behavior challenges and boosting student engagement. These tools can improve program participation, foster social-emotional growth, and align with your mission to positively impact students and families.

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STEAM & Innovation

CFS delivers innovative, tailored STEAM programs that increase student engagement and foster essential 21st-century skills. These flexible, hands-on activities support your program's goals while enhancing student participation and preparing them for future success.

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