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Panelists push Long Beach Unified to meet families in community spaces
Summary
Parents and staff recommended shifting outreach out of schools and into parks, libraries and faith‑based sites, and to centralize events like Northside Connect to lower barriers such as childcare and transport.
Panelists urged the district to take engagement into the community rather than expect families to come to school sites. Ms. Tolentino suggested hosting events in local parks, libraries and faith‑based organizations to reach families who cannot attend during school hours. She noted Northside Connect as an example of a multi‑level event that brought elementary, middle and high school communities together.
Parents echoed the need to reduce barriers such as childcare, schedules and transportation and suggested the district centralize diverse engagement opportunities. Board members and staff agreed to consider going beyond school sites to make participation more accessible and inclusive.
