Family and Community University
Together We Equip, Encourage and Empower Students, Families and Caregivers
Family and Community University offers a supportive environment where caregivers can build trust, engage in meaningful conversations and promote shared learning among stakeholders. Our teachers prioritize strong partnerships between schools and families, recognizing that a child's educational journey and well-being is important to student success.
The program provides opportunities for families to be effective partners with MNPS educators, school leaders and Nashville community partners. Events, online courses, workshops and resources are available to meet the unique needs and interests of families and caregivers.
Family and Community University Online
We offer free online courses on topics suggested by caregivers. Courses can be accessed by logging into your parent Schoology account. Gain knowledge and best strategies to support personal growth and success for the whole family in:
- Health and Wellness
- Social Services & Adult Development
- College and Career Readiness
- Family and Community Engagement
If you don't already have a Schoology parent account, contact your student's school for an access code and additional instructions on creating your account.
How to Access Family and Community University Online
- Once you have your Schoology code, log into the site.
- Navigate to "Courses"
- Click "Join Course"
- Use the Family University Course Code: 4X5W-58ZR-7QH2
Student and Family Support Videos
Family Engagement provides a series of videos for caregivers that can be found on the Metro Nashville Public Schools YouTube page on a variety of topics to assist families navigating different life circumstances. Videos include topics such as:
- How to manage anxiety
- Motivating your child
- Responsible decision making
- Effective parent teacher conferences
ParentPowered Service
ParentPowered delivers weekly text messages in English or Spanish with fun facts and tips to provide Pre-K – 4th grade families with simple, engaging activities to help your child continue to learn and grow.
MNPS families with students in Pre-K – 4th grade will automatically be enrolled through the MNPS Family Portal. This program is provided by the Governor’s Early Literacy Foundation in partnership with the Tennessee Department of Education. Families can unsubscribe at any time by texting STOP to 70138.
Family and Community University’s Annual College and Career Readiness Summit
In the spring semester of every year, MNPS hosts the annual College and Career Readiness Summit for all students and families. Participants can receive help with FAFSA, ACT preparation, network with career and readiness and skills training programs, browse the resource fair and more! Be on the lookout here or join our mailing list to receive information on upcoming involvement opportunities!
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Seeking Community Partners
We welcome community organizations, trainers, volunteers to support Family and Community University through events, resources and facilitation.
Interested? Let us know how you can help:
- Can you support and help with our in-person events?
- Do you offer community-based courses now?
- Does your organization provide a community service that could be added to a resource guide for families and students?