Rule book for Education Leaders

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New Book Release: "Fostering Parent Engagement for Equitable and Successful Schools" by Dr. Patrick Darfler-Sweeney Tannersville, N.Y. – September 2024 – Dr. Patrick Darfler-Sweeney, a respected leader in education, is proud to announce the release of his latest book, "Fostering Parent Engagement for Equitable and Successful Schools" . This insightful and practical resource delves into the critical role that parents and caregivers play in creating equitable and successful educational environments. Designed for district and school leaders, this book challenges traditional approaches to parent engagement, shifting the focus from mere compliance to meaningful collaboration. Dr. Darfler-Sweeney offers actionable strategies that educators can apply immediately, supported by real-world examples, reflection questions, and “Actionable Ideas” checkpoints. The book encourages readers to reflect on current practices while providing practical steps to i...

Update      I am very excited to announce that my second book, Fostering Parent Engagement for Equitable and Successful Schools: A Leader’s Guide to Supporting Families and Students , will be released on July 31st by Routledge-Taylor & Francis. Routledge and Amazon are both taking preorders now.  Routledge: https://shorturl.at/lDGBP Amazon: https://shorturl.at/bCfeX Fostering Parent Engagement for Equitable and Successful Schools acknowledges and unpacks what educators have known for a long time: parents are the primary teachers of their children. This engaging book explores how schools can improve their relationship with parents and caregivers to develop a more equitable educational environment for all students. Designed for district and school leaders, this practical book helps readers apply the many leadership lessons taught in training programs and education leadership courses to improve their parent engagement as a function of effective education and n...