We’re thrilled to share the next installment in our Spark & Share series: Teachers’ Perspective on Family Engagement Impact. In this session, Katrina Brown, Director of Program Operations at HOME WORKS!, is joined by a panel of four of our partner teachers to share their experiences working with HOME WORKS! and discuss how the power of family engagement has transformed their relationship between school and home.
Whether your an educator interested in creating stronger partnerships with families to support your students, or a supporter wanting to see firsthand how these relationships drive change, this session is for you. Hear from educators across urban, suburban, and rural Missouri as they discuss how building trust and collaboration with families has improved student outcomes. Join us to learn how shifting the school-home dynamic can help students thrive and discover how you can support bringing these transformative practices to more schools across Missouri.
Click on the link to watch the recording: Spark and Share Tuesday: Teacher Perspective on Family Engagement Impact
Meet Our Panel
Dala Wooldridge
5th Grade ELA Teacher, David Barton Elementary
Dala is a dedicated teacher at David Barton Elementary in Boonville with 4 years of experience creating positive and engaging learning environments for students. She is passionate about inspiring students to reach their full potential through innovative teaching methods and personalized support. Dala is committed to professional growth and collaboration with colleagues and families to enhance educational outcomes.
Brandi Belger
1st Grade Teacher, Fairview Primary and Intermediate
Brandi is an experienced elementary school teacher with 24 years in the Jennings School District and a proud mother of four. Brandi is dedicated to fostering positive and engaging learning environments. Her passion for education and commitment to students success has been at the heart of her career, helping to shape young minds and support their growth both academically and personally. Brandi’s deep connection to the community has allowed her to build meaningful relationships with students, parents, and colleagues alike.
Caleb Smith
Recruitment Generalist, St. Louis Public Schools
Caleb has been in education for almost 10 years now. Starting his career in the FOXC-6 School District and then going on to work with an amazing team at St. Louis Public Schools (SLPS) for the last seven years. Currently, Caleb works on the HR side with SLPS recruiting qualifies and amazing educators and onboarding and training international teacher. When Caleb isn’t working, he’s traveling or finding a great donut shop!
Dr. Tracyne Caumartin (Dr.C)
Trauma Informed Social Worker, Aspire Academy
For the past 30 years Dr. C has been committed to working with children and families throughout her clinical practice in Michigan and Missouri. Over the years, Dr. C assumed many roles in addition to her private practice: clinical supervisor, behavioral consultant with juvenile justice, community agencies, and governing entities. In addition, she is an advocate for equity, inclusion, equality, and accessibility for all individuals related to education, opportunity, and wellness. These experiences led her to the extraordinary opportunity as the Trauma Informed Social Worker at Aspire Academy and a HW! Site Coordinator for the 2023-24 school year.