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Hillsboro parent leaders press district for clearer, ongoing family-engagement communication
Summary
Parent advisory leaders told the Hillsboro School District 1J board that communication with principals and parent organizations is inconsistent and urged more regular, structured outreach; district staff agreed to present a formal plan to the board and to share written expectations for principal‑PAC/PTO partnerships.
Parent leaders from Hillsboro School District 1J urged the school board on Monday to strengthen ongoing communication between principals, Parent Advisory Councils (PACs), PTOs and district staff, saying outreach is inconsistent across schools and that parents are sometimes unaware of decisions that affect their children.
The comments came during a presentation by the district's family advisory group. Fernando Garcia Guerrero, the district's family engagement specialist, introduced the group and described its role in promoting family and community engagement across schools. "Good evening. Everyone. I'm happy today to introduce you to our family advisory group," Garcia Guerrero said.
The parents said the group holds monthly meetings and provides leadership training intended to help parents represent their communities and bring concerns to school leaders. "My name is Laura Gomez," said one presenter, who spoke…
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