
Presented by MaríaMercedes Champion, Bilingual Pre-K Teacher, Alamo Heights Independent School District (TX)
Sponsored by ESGI, a Riverside Insights Solution
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Families are a child’s first and most powerful teachers. In this edWebinar, explore ways to build strong, respectful partnerships with families. Learn how to create meaningful home-school connections and engage families in playful, developmentally appropriate activities that support young children’s growth.
Viewers walk away with strategies to involve and empower families as active partners in their child’s early education journey. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-3 teachers, school leaders, and district leaders.

About the Presenter
MaríaMercedes Champion is a bilingual Pre-K teacher in the Alamo Heights Independent School District, TX, with a passion for creating joyful, language-rich environments for young children. She believes deeply in the power of play and bilingualism to set children up for a lifetime of learning. As a consultant, she shares her classroom experiences and resources, like songs and activities, to empower other educators. Her goal is to help every child start with a strong foundation and a love for their first language, ensuring a bright future.
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