The grant recipient has strategies to engage all families through open and effective communication. 1302.50(b)(2) and 1302.50(b)(5) Elements of this measure include but are not limited to how the grant recipient: Data Tour with family services management and staff to better understand how the program tracks and monitors for accurate and timely family engagement data and services, provides staff oversight, and supports staff to use effective engagement practices to support families FY24 Focus Area One Monitoring Protocol 14

· Uses methods of two-way communication with families

· Communicates in languages spoken by families

Staff are qualified to support the needs of enrolled families. 1302.91(e)(7) Elements of this measure include but are not limited to how the grant recipient:

· Monitors and maintains appropriate qualifications for staff

The grant recipient develops a family partnership process that is anchored in family strengths, interests, and needs. 1302.50(b)(3); 1302.52(b); and 1302.52(c)(3) Elements of this measure include but are not limited to how the grant recipient:

· Aligns intake and assessment procedures with the Parent, Family, and Community Engagement Framework

· Collaborates with families to create goals based on family interests and needs

· Conducts ongoing review on the progress in supporting family goals

The grant recipient builds on parents’ knowledge and offers parents the opportunity to practice parenting skills. 1302.50(b)(1); 1302.51(a); and 1302.51(b) Elements of this measure include but are not limited to how the grant recipient:

· Provides families opportunities to improve parenting knowledge and skills

· Engages fathers and other male caregivers

· Develops community partnerships that facilitate access to resources that align with families’ needs or family partnership goals