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Hopkins presents expanded approach to belonging: cultural liaisons, affinity groups and caregiver outreach
Summary
District leaders described a districtwide, coordinated system of student success cultural liaisons, affinity groups and parent academies designed to boost belonging and family engagement. Staff said programs aim to scale affinity groups, expand elementary‑level supports and set up site councils for broader caregiver representation.
Hopkins Public Schools staff presented the board on Oct. 21 with a “shared approach” to belonging that relies on student success cultural liaisons, affinity groups, caregiver academies and new district coalitions to improve outcomes and family engagement.
Anne Ertle of the Innovation, Design and Learning team framed the work as strategic rather than a set of ad hoc efforts, and introduced a team that included student success cultural liaisons, an LGBTQ+ community liaison and staff who support culturally responsive practices. “Creating a sense of belonging is not a lot of random acts,” a presenter said. “It’s actually a very intentional and concerted effort.”
Ayan, a student success cultural liaison, described four roles the liaisons fill: student support, affinity…
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