The Role of Digital Communication in Parental Engagement: Lessons from Nadia Hillman

On the Clock

In this episode, Todd Dallas Lamb is joined by the insightful Nadia Hillman from Duarte Unified School District in California. Their conversation focuses on an important topic in education leadership: parental engagement. With a growing number of companies attempting to improve parental involvement, Todd and Hillman dive into what Duarte County is doing to make a difference. They discuss the challenges single-parent households face, the importance of communication between schools and homes, and the evolving methods of engaging parents in the digital age.

This episode provides valuable insights for educators and leaders looking to enhance parent engagement in their schools and districts. Let's get "On the Clock" and learn from Nadia Hillman's experiences and expertise.

Timestamps

[00:02:11] Communication is key for successful parent engagement.

[00:05:23] Urban schools face language and income barriers leading to adapting communication.

[00:09:53] Parent engagement becomes stronger when there's an issue.

[00:11:23] Hillman reflects on an interesting year without hotbed issues, leading to less engagement.

Connect with Nadia Hillman

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nadia-hillman-7a022815

Website: https://www.duarteusd.org/

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