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January Virtual ParentCamp—Community Conversations to Start the Year

Julia Pile
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We’re excited to welcome families, educators, and community members back for our first Virtual ParentCamp of 2026—and to kick off the new year in partnership with Keene Elementary School for an evening of connection, reflection, and real conversation. This January gathering brings together Keene Elementary families and the broader community alongside district leadership, including Deidre Joyner, Superintendent of the Christina School District, and YF Lou, Christina School District School Board Member and parent advocate. As we begin a new year, Virtual ParentCamp offers a welcoming space to reconnect, share perspectives,…

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You’re Invited: Virtual ParentCamp with Great Oaks | January 14 5 – 6 pm ET

Julia Pile
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You’re invited to join us for Virtual ParentCamp, a free, interactive evening designed to bring families, schools, and community members together through real conversation and shared experiences. 📅 Wednesday, January 14, 2026⏰ 5:00–6:00 PM (Zoom opens at 4:45 PM)📍 Online via Zoom ParentCamp is not a presentation—it’s a conversation. There are no lectures or panels. Instead, you’ll join small dialogue spaces where everyone’s voice matters. Come laugh, listen, share stories, and connect with others who care deeply about kids and community. This Virtual ParentCamp features three engaging conversation spaces: 🎁…

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Hopes and Dreams: Principles from a Principal with Jay Posick – Releases Wednesday, April 30, 2025

Julia Pile
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In this heartwarming and insightful episode of the ParentCamp Podcast, host April F. Draine is joined by ParentCamp President Julie Pile and retired principal-turned-ParentCamp coach Jay Posick. From their first connection during a global book study on Beyond the Bake Sale to today’s family engagement work, Jay shares powerful lessons from over 35 years in education. You’ll hear how his simple “hopes and dreams” question transformed parent-teacher connections, why his office was in the hallway instead of behind a desk, and how being present with kids builds trust and culture.…

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From our ParentCamp family to yours…Happy Thanksgiving

Julia Pile

From our ParentCamp family to yours…we are so grateful that you have welcomed us into your schools and communities. YOU are what makes our life full. When you share your stories, open up and are vulnerable with one another…you are building strong villages to support our kids. Each and every one of you are special and are meant to fulfill a role that you may not even know yet. Know that we value each and everyone one of you and are blessed you have invited us into your lives. We…

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