In this Season 2 episode of The ParentCamp Podcast, host April F. Draine is joined by Julie Pile, President of ParentCamp, and ParentCamp coach Maz Ashraf for an inspiring conversation about what happens when parents move beyond their comfort zones and step into their power. Maz shares her personal journey as a stay-at-home parent, immigrant, and mother navigating a new education system—first feeling like she was “just a parent,” and later realizing she is the parent. Together, the group explores how ParentCamp creates inclusive spaces where families feel safe, valued,…
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Working Beyond the Barriers: Family Engagement, Curiosity, and Advocacy with YF Lou
In this Season 2 episode of The ParentCamp Podcast, hosts April F. Draine and Julie Pile sit down with parent advocate, school board member, and community leader YF Lou for an honest conversation about removing barriers to family engagement in education. Drawing from his lived experience as a single parent, a father of two children with one being on the autism spectrum, and a healthcare quality professional, YF shares how well-intentioned systems can unintentionally exclude families—and what schools and communities can do differently. Together, the group unpacks “education-ese,” explores the…
Read MoreParentCamp Dec. 11 at POCS—come belong, connect, grow, and help shape future events!
You’re invited to join us for ParentCamp at Positive Outcomes Charter School (Camden, DE) on Thursday, December 11, 2025 from 5:15–7:15 pm (doors open at 5:00 pm) at 3337 S. DuPont Highway, Camden, DE 19934. ParentCamp is a national model that brings families, schools, and community members together in open, energizing dialogue circles—no presentations, no pressure, just meaningful conversation where every voice matters. Learn more at www.parentcamp.org and explore all that POCS offers at https://www.positiveoutcomescs.org/. Register at: https://bit.ly/PositiveOutcomes-PC Before attending, enjoy our ParentCamp Podcast episode featuring Principal & Director Ed…
Read MoreBuilding Our Best Gateway: A Night of Conversation & Community – Join us for ParentCamp on Wednesday, November 19th
Join us for an evening of connection, conversation, and community at Gateway Charter School’s ParentCamp on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 from 5:30–7:30 pm (doors open at 5:15). At ParentCamp, everyone belongs—parents, students, educators, and community members come together in fun, welcoming dialogue spaces where every voice matters and we grow stronger side-by-side. This month’s ParentCamp features four dynamic rooms facilitated by caring Gateway staff and community partners who are passionate about empowering families: ✨ Fun alert: Principal Everett is leading a special line-dancing session—come ready to move, laugh, and celebrate…
Read MoreWest Park Place Virtual ParentCamp — National Family Engagement Week Edition
West Park Place Elementary invites all families, educators, and community members to join us for a joyful and connection-filled Virtual ParentCamp on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, during National Family Engagement Week! ParentCamp is a place where everyone has a voice and the room is the expert. Participants choose the conversation that matters most to them and join open dialogue circles designed to spark connection, deepen understanding, and build trust across family–school–community lines. This month’s four ParentCamp circles include: As one WPP participant shared, “It was very helpful to share feelings,…
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