1. + NASP Domain 7: Family-School Collaboration Services Rachel L. German Ball State University April 8, 2013

2. + Outline for Literature Review and Presentation NASP definition, importance, key components of Domain 7 NASP website Further explanation of key components NASP website Cited sources and research articles Course notes from EDPS 603: Human Development Resources & strategies NASP website Cited sources and research articles General search

3. + Domain 7: Family-School Collaboration Services School psychologists have: Knowledge of principles and research related to family systems, strengths, needs, and culture Evidence-based strategies to support family influences on children’s learning and mental health Strategies to develop collaboration between families and schools National Association of School Psychologists (n.d.a)

4. + Importance of Family-School Relationships Home-school collaboration related to: Improved student achievement Better behavior Better attendance Higher self-concept More positive attitudes toward school & learning National Association of School Psychologists (n.d.b.)

5. + Key Components of Family-School Relationships Three “C’s” Coordination Consistency Continuity Joint problem-solving Two-way communication Shared decision-making National Association of School Psychologists (n.d.c)

6. + Knowledge of principles and research related to family structures, strengths, needs, & culture Integrated into Ball State training program Berk (2010) When working in a new city/school/etc., research typical family dynamics, structures, beliefs, etc. Remain up-to-date on research Journal of Family Issues Family Relations: Interdisciplinary Journal of Applied Family Studies

7. + Evidence-based strategies to support family influences on children Presentations, workshops, newsletters (Canter; n.d.) Home visits (Supplee & Adirim; 2012) Concrete supports (Children’s Bureau; 2011) Counseling, therapy, services information (Children’s Bureau; 2011) Family-centered consultation (Woods, Wilcox, Friedman, & Murch; 2011)

8. + Epstein’s Model of 6 Types of Involvement Parenting Communicating Volunteering Learning at Home Decision Making Collaborating with Community Halgunset & Peterson (2009)

9. + Strategies to develop collaboration between families and schools Potential barriers Parents’ perceptions of education Parents’ lack of trust for public agency Parents’ fear of cultural values not being accepted Schools may have negative ideas of parents Schools may lack personnel, training, interpreters 4 Essential Components: Proactive, not reactive Sensitivity and respect for culture Recognition of teacher and parent contributions Mutual trust and respect Raffaele & Knoff (1999)

10. + References Berk, L. E. (2010). Development through the lifespan (5 th ed.). Boston, MA: Allyn & Bacon. Canter, A. (n.d.). Parents and teachers: Strategies for working together. Children’s Bureau (2011). Strengthening families and communities: 2011 resource guide. Retrieved from https: www.childwelfare.gov/pubs/guide2011/guide.pdf Halgunseth, L. C., & Peterson, A. (2009). Family engagement, diverse families, and early childhood education programs: An integrated review of the literature. National Association for the Education of Young Children. Retrieved from http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/research/FamEngage.pdf National Association of School Psychologists. (n.d.). Domain 7: Family-school collaboration services. Retrieved from http://www.nasponline.org/standards/practice-model/domains/domain-7.aspx National Association of School Psychologists. (n.d.). Enhancing conditions for learning: Selected research. Retrieved from http://www.nasponline.org/advocacy/news/2011/may/Selected_Supporting_Research.pdf National Association of School Psychologists. (n.d.) School-family partnering to enhance learning: Essential elements and responsibilities (Position Statement). Retrieved from http://www.nasponline.org/about_nasp/ positionpapers/Home-SchoolCollaboration.pdf Raffaele, L. M., & Knoff, H. M. (1999). Improving home-school collaboration with disadvantaged families: Organizational principles, perspectives, and approaches. School Psychology Review, 28(3). 448-466. Supplee, L., & Adirim, T. A. (2012). Evidence-based home visiting to enhance child health and child development and to support families. Retrieved from http://www.apa.org/pi/families/resources/newsletter/2012/07/home- visiting.aspx Woods, J. J., Wilcox, M. J., Friedman, M., & Murch, T. (2011). Collaborative consultation in natural environments: Strategies to enhance family-centered supports and services. Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools, 42. 379-392.