Empowering Families,

Enhancing Engagement.

The West Virginia Family Engagement Center (WVFEC) program is based on current, evidence-based practices that engage families, educators, and community members in the educational process to enhance student academic achievement. This initiative offers families a variety of opportunities to participate in their child’s learning both inside and outside of school.

We are Partnering with Families to:

The West Virginia Family Engagement Center, West Virginia Department of Education, Family Engagement Specialists, and statewide partners are connecting with families to support their children’s learning and development; encourage positive self image and a “can do” spirit in their children; advocate for improved learning opportunities for children at their school; and model lifelong learning and enthusiasm for education. This SEAMless approach to family engagement in West Virginia schools creates a culture of strong families, and ultimately, stronger students.

Our First 5 Year Results

8,757

Students & Families served within 100 schools across 37 counties

77

School leaders participated in a leadership program

413

High-impact activities statewide

161

Family Leader partcipants

WVFEC Featured Programs:

L.I.F.E. Program

The Leaders Investing in Family Engagement (L.I.F.E.) program focuses on leadership capacity, effective family engagement strategies, and connected supportive networks to elevate and promote strong leadership.

Resilience Building

Our Resilience-Building services focus on supporting students and families through trauma-sensitive environments and resilience-building strategies.”

Culture Building

Our Culture Building services aim to create inclusive and supportive environments in schools and communities.

Elevated Communication

Our Elevated Communication services aim to improve communication strategies among students, families, and educators.

Foundation Building

Our Foundation Building services focus on creating a strong foundation for educational success through various support programs.

Life Readiness

Our Life Readiness services aim to equip students with essential life skills and readiness for future challenges.

Looking for more resources?

Downloadable assets

Links to resources, guides, and templates.

Videos and external links

Curated List of Helpful Videos and External Resources

Join us at the WVFEC

and get involved!

Looking to get involved with our program?

1253 Canyon Rd., Suite 7, Mailbox 3 Morgantown, WV 26508