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TalkingPoints: The Podcast

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Where K-12 educators and administrators can access on-demand family engagement discussions, research, and field-tested strategies, all from the comfort of…wherever you are! For a decade, TalkingPoints has supported students, families, and educators through the power of effective family-school partnerships. TalkingPoints is an education technology nonprofit whose award-winning communication and family engagement platform has improved student and district outcomes nationwide. Named by Common Sense Education as “the best overall family communication platform for teachers and schools."

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February 17, 2026

Ep. 19 - Stop the Drop: Turn Communication into an Enrollment Booster

Falling enrollment isn’t just a numbers game; it’s a story problem. Every school-family interaction shapes your district’s public image. Communications leaders who recognize this can turn everyday moments into powerful PR that builds trust, boosts reputation, and drives enrollment. In this session, hear insights from Patti Moon, Chief Communications Officer at Aurora Public Schools, and learn how to:<ol><li>Equip all staff to use family communication as a lever for positive PR</li><li>Strengthen your district’s reputation through authentic, inclusive messaging</li><li>Activate families as co-creators and champions of your district’s story </li></ol> Stopping the drop is just the beginning. These strategies don’t just keep families from leaving; they foster a stronger learning culture that drives student success. We’ll break down the what, when, and how of digital communication to turn your school community into your most powerful PR team. Bonus<a href="https://21701790.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/21701790/pdf/edWeek%2002.05.26%20webinar_companion-guide.pdf">⁠Click here⁠</a> to receive a companion guide for the "Stop the Drop" webinar.

January 27, 2026

Ep. 18 - 8 Ways Educators can Write Clear Messages for Multilingual Families

In this short, "TalkingPoints: Fast Facts" episode of TalkingPoints: The Podcast, we dig into a routine task with a big impact: sending messages home. With nearly 1 in 4 students in U.S. schools speaking a language other than English at home, every message is an opportunity to build trust—or accidentally create confusion. You’ll learn eight simple strategies to make your messages clearer, kinder, and more accessible for every family, in every language—whether they read in English or rely on translation. You’ll also hear how TalkingPoints features like readability flags, Ed 101, and translated video captions can back you up as you build strong, two-way bridges with multilingual families. Let’s build something great together—<a href="https://talkingpts.org/demo/?utm_medium=content&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=tp-podcast&utm_content=demo-request">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠start your journey with TalkingPoints.⁠</a>

January 13, 2026

Ep. 17 - 5 Spring Family Engagement Strategies

*This is the third in a 3-part series about a groundbreaking approach that deploys family engagement as an effective intervention itself within a Multi-Tiered System of Supports. Visit episodes 2 and 13 for the first two parts of the series. Identifying and understanding the root cause of a struggling student is key to getting them back on track. Families often hold the clearest insight into where support is needed most. In this episode, the TalkingPoints team uncovers how to leverage family engagement to drive more intensive and targeted Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions. The presenters share actionable steps to support these five key engagement strategies.<ol><li>Collaborate with families to identify root causes</li><li>Create school-family “wrap-around” supports</li><li>Ensure equal access to resources</li><li>Build intentional, respect-based relationships</li><li>Create outcomes-focused Tier 2 and Tier 3 engagement</li></ol>Bonus<a href="https://talkingpts.org/student-support-starts-with-family-engagement/?utm_medium=content&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=episode-notes">Click here</a> to receive a companion guide with communication templates and solutions that can be used to support your intervention strategies.

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What is TalkingPoints: The Podcast?: Where K-12 educators and administrators can access on-demand family engagement discussions, research, and field-tested strategies, all from the comfort of…wherever you are!

For a decade, TalkingPoints has supported students, families, and educators through the power of effective family-school partnerships. TalkingPoints is an education technology nonprofit whose award-winning communication and family engagement platform has improved student and district outcomes nationwide. Named by Common Sense Education as “the best overall family communication platform for teachers and schools."
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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