Stories from ParentCamp

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…

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…

2022-01-26 ParentCampNKY – College and Career Edition – Part II Action Steps

February 8, 2022February 8, 2022 Julia Pile

“I will work on a plan of action.” – Alejandra Alvarado, Educator, Ryle High School “I will find out if my student has done YouScience.” – Autumn N., Parent, Jefferson County Public Schools “I will be checking out the Campbel County alternatives program.” – Brandy B., Parent, Kenton County Schools “I will be more open minded to the brain development of teenagers.” – Bria Williams, American Way Middle, Shelby County Schools “I will sit down with my student to set goals and an action plan for his college selection.” –…

Transforming family-school-community engagement from coast to coast…

June 30, 2021June 30, 2021 Julia Pile

ParentCamp is reaching far and wide. We had the pleasure of training family-school-community teams on BOTH costs in the past few weeks. We so much enjoy working with everyone, feeling their passions for the students and families. It is what makes us get up each day. Both Kuumba Academy Charter School (#KACSParentCamp) in Wilmington, DE and Brock Elliot Elementary School (#BEParentCamp4Champs) in Manteca, CA are both well on their way to building their school ecosystems with their first ParentCamps. We are thrilled to be working with you! #ParentCamp #VirtualParentCamp #ParentCampTraining…