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PandaPride ParentCamp Unveils Heartwarming Connections

January 23, 2024January 23, 2024 Julia Pile

On the evening of January 17, 2024, the virtual doors of West Park Place Elementary (@WestParkPlaceES) School opened wide, welcoming 27 eager individuals to the heartwarming PandaPride ParentCamp (@ParentCamp).This unique online gathering transformed virtual breakout rooms into vibrant spaces for connection, collaboration, and community. From 6:00 to 7:00 PM, parents, educators, and community members engaged in insightful dialogues facilitated by trained guides. The magic of ParentCamp lies in its unique approach, fostering open dialogue in circles that prioritize choice and voice. The event unfolded across four breakout rooms, each with…

Behind the scenes sneak peak

October 19, 2023October 19, 2023 Julia Pile

The week of October 9th, we spent the week in Delaware with our very talented videographer/story teller, Will Baker of WTLB Productions. Laura and Will interviewed close to 30 individuals who have experienced the power of ParentCamp. These individuals are parents, educators and community members. Will had some fun by putting together a quick behind the scenes video. Will was also able to attend two ParentCamps (both in Christina School District – West Park Place Elementary and Keene Elementary) that week and capture some footage. “I’ve learned that the Human…

West Park Place Elementary Pandas hold their first ParentCamp!

May 9, 2023May 9, 2023 Julia Pile

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What a wonderful night making meaningful connections at #PandaPrideParentCamp at West Park Place Elementary (@WestParkPlaceES), Christina School District (@ChristinaK12) in Newark, DE! Parents, teachers, community members connected with one another, shared ideas, and felt seen, heard, and valued. We appreciate the positive feedback! One parent said, “I am grateful for this community and to see everyone interacting…” Thank you again to the West Park Place Elementary families and staff who participated tonight! We look forward to hosting the next ParentCamp early in the next school year. ParentCamp (@ParentCamp) would like…

Odyssey Charter School (Wilmington, DE) ParentCamp #3, moving from connecting to collaboration

January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 Julia Pile

What a wonderful, moving experience tonight at Odyssey Charter School in Wilmington, Delaware. A meal was shared, connections were made, stories, experiences were shared and even some tears were shed. The exciting part was the success of their first collaboration room. We can’t wait to see where this collaboration goes. 100% of participants strongly agreed that they felt seen, heard and valued. Everyone walked out with a smile on their face and sharing an action step they are inspired to take. Thank you to all of the amazing facilitators! Of…

Two nights in a row of Virtual ParentCamps – National and Kuumba Academy Charter School in Delaware

August 25, 2021August 25, 2021 Julia Pile

We are always excited Virtual ParentCamp Week but we are even MORE excited because Kuumba Academy Charter School (@kuumbaacademyde) is holding their first Virtual ParentCamp. This team has been amazing to train and work with to and through their first Virtual ParentCamp. Thank you to the Delaware Department of Education (@DEDeptofEd) for the vision of connecting us! It is going to be an amazing night! #ParentCamp #VirtualParentCamp #FSCE #FamilySchoolCommunityEngagement #ParentEngagement #KuumbaDE #DEDelivers #ILoveDESchools #KACSParentCamp