AUPE FAMILY ENGAGEMENT

Building a Community of support for our students

AUPE's Parent & Family Community Engagement

At the Academy of Urban Planning and Engineering (AUPE), we recognize the vital role that family and parent engagement plays in the academic and social development of our students. We are deeply committed to fostering strong partnerships between the school, families, and the local community, understanding that these collaborations are fundamental to the success and well-being of our students. By working hand in hand with families, we create an inclusive and supportive environment where every student can thrive. Our warm and inviting approach to family and parent engagement initiatives is designed to ensure that every family feels valued, connected, and empowered to actively participate in their child’s educational journey. We invite you to learn more about our collaborative efforts and the meaningful impact they have on the AUPE community.

For questions about any events or initatives, please reach out to our parent engagement coordinator, Ms. Nunez, at JNunez73@schools.nyc.gov.

2024-25 Family Engagement Nights

At AUPE, we firmly believe that enhanced parent engagement is fundamental to fostering greater student success in and out of the classroom. Our dedicated parent engagement team is committed to empowering parents, providing them with a voice, and encouraging their active involvement in their child’s education journey. Through collaborative efforts, AUPE teachers and staff work hand in hand to engage families and community members at our Parent Nights every month. We are dedicated to working together to discuss important information and emerging trends within our school community, ensuring that every family and community member can contribute and be heard.

Below, you will find a list of Parent Nights for all AUPE Families and parents, as well as specific nights dedicated to Parents of English Language Learners (ELL) and Students with Disabilities (SWD).

AUPE Family & Parent Nights

At AUPE Family & Parent Engagement nights, teachers and staff collaborate to engage families and community members monthly on a variety of topics, adjusting discussions to address emerging family and community needs and trends.

Thursday, September 12
Thursday, October 10
Thursday, November 14
Thursday, December 12
Thursday, January 9
Thursday, February 6
Thursday, March 13
Thursday, April 3
Thursday, May 8
Thursday, June 12

* Times & Locations TBD

ENL Parent Nights

ENL Parent Nights at AUPE focus on addressing the specific needs of parents with English Language Learner (ELL) children who receive ENL supports and services, aiming to enhance parents’ understanding of the program, support their child’s school experience, and foster a connected community of parents.

Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024 at 5pm
Thursday, Nov 26, 2024 at 5pm
Thursday, Jan 23, 2024 at 5pm
Thursday, March 27, 2024 at 5pm
Thursday, May 22, 2024 at 5pm

* Locations TBD

Parent Nights for SWD

SWD Parent Nights at AUPE are dedicated to providing workshops tailored to the specific needs of parents whose children have an Individual Education Plan (IEP) or 504, equipping families with the tools to support their child’s education and understand the support, modifications, and accommodations available to their child.

December 2024: https://aupenyc.org/dec2024swdfamilynight/

Upcoming Events:

Thursday, Feb 13, 2024 at 5pm
Thursday, April 10, 2024 at 5pm

*Locations TBD

94%

Of Families

believe that school staff work hard to build trusting relationships with them

92%

Of Parents

said staff regularly communicate with them about how they can help their child learn

90%

Of Students

say they feel safe in the hallways, bathrooms, locker rooms, and cafeteria

99%

Of Families

feel that the principal works to create a sense of community in the school

Upcoming Family & Parent Events at AUPE

Events for the 2024-25 School Year to be announced soon.

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