Tune in for a fun, lively conversation with Eric Phillips, a passionate family engagement leader in Arlington ISD. In this episode, Eric shares how his diverse professional background and myriad of past jobs beautifully connect to his current mission of serving local families. You will also get an inside look at his deep heart for empowering and engaging dads, alongside some fascinating insights into his role as the National President of his college alumni association. It is an inspiring listen packed with heart, humor, and practical wisdom for community building.

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In this episode, Marcela Andres shares her powerful "why," reflecting on the teacher who saw her potential beyond her circumstances and challenging the "at-risk" labels that often limit families. She dismantles the excuse of "no time," urging us to build the trust necessary to enter spaces as strangers

and leave as a community by simply being good humans who show up. To wrap things up, Marcela brings the energy with a fun look at her recent writing, dissecting why the high-stakes drama and intensity of Parent and Family Engagement can often feel like stepping directly into a WWE event.

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Join Dr. Todd White as he shares his transformative journey from the classroom to the superintendent’s office, offering a unique look at his leadership on the Parent and Family Engagement Statewide Council. Dr. White breaks down the data-driven "academic connection," proving exactly how high-impact family engagement directly correlates to student achievement and the critical value of radical transparency between schools and homes. Finally, he offers a heartfelt personal reflection on how diverse school staff members have uniquely shaped the lives of his four very different children, emphasizing that every educator holds the power to change a family's trajectory.