PIQE provides evidence-based programs to California families and schools. Serving nearly 420 schools from 136 school districts and more than 25,000 families annually, we work with English learners, immigrants, refugees and low-income families. We help enable parents’ capacity to engage in their children’s education and strengthen parent-teacher-school collaboration.
Parents no longer just dream about a better future for their children but can create a plan to make their dreams a reality.
PIQE’s evidence-based programs are offered in-person, online or hybrid.
Signature Family Engagement Programs (K-12)
Our 8-week Signature Family Engagement Program is designed to empower families to play an active role in their children’s education. Through this program, families will gain strategies to support social-emotional well-being, enhance digital literacy, and effectively navigate the educational system. This program focuses on academic success and prepares students for college readiness.
Duration: 8 weeks
Focus Areas: Social-Emotional Well-being, Digital Literacy, Educational Navigation, Academic Success, College Readiness
Family Leadership Program
Our 6-week Family Leadership Program empowers families to take an active leadership role in their student’s educational journey. The program fosters effective collaboration with schools and provides families with the tools to advocate for student progress and contribute to school improvement efforts.
Duration: 6 weeks
Focus Areas: Educational Leadership, School Collaboration, Student Advocacy
Social-Emotional Learning (K-12)
This 8-week program equips families with the skills to support their students’ emotional intelligence and academic success. Utilizing practical strategies and empathy-driven approaches, the program is grounded in the CASEL Framework, ensuring that families can effectively nurture their children’s emotional and academic development.
Duration: 8 weeks
Focus Areas: Emotional Intelligence, Academic Success, CASEL Framework
STEM Program for Families
Our 4-week STEM Program introduces families to the world of STEM education and careers. Through engaging tools and activities, families will learn how to inspire interest in STEM fields and gain insights into the educational paths and career benefits associated with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Duration: 4 weeks
Focus Areas: STEM Education, Career Exploration, Educational Pathways
Bridge to College
This 4-week program prepares families to support their students as they transition to college. The program provides essential resources to understand the emotional, social, and academic aspects of college life and offers guidance on navigating financial aid and campus resources.
Duration: 4 weeks
Focus Areas: College Transition, Financial Aid, Campus Resources, Social and Academic Preparedness
Family Literacy Program (PreK-3rd)
Our Family Literacy Program is an 8-week initiative providing families with essential resources and strategies to support literacy development from preschool through 3rd grade. Early literacy is crucial for overall academic success, and this program emphasizes its importance, equipping families to foster a love of reading and learning in their young children.
Duration: 8 weeks
Focus Areas: Early Literacy, Academic Success, Preschool to 3rd Grade
Early Childhood Development Program
This 9-week program focuses on helping families create a nurturing environment that promotes academic and personal growth for children aged 0-5. The program emphasizes early literacy, math skills, and STEM education, ensuring that children are well-prepared for future academic challenges.
Duration: 9 weeks
Focus Areas: Early Literacy, Math Skills, STEM Education, Child Development
Civic Engagement Program
Offered in Spanish, this 8-week program empowers families to understand their roles within schools and communities. The program develops leaders capable of engaging with educational and civic authorities to drive meaningful change and ensure that the voices of families are heard and respected.
Duration: 8 weeks
Focus Areas: Civic Engagement, Leadership Development, Community Involvement
Educator’s Workshop
This comprehensive workshop is designed for educators and focuses on building strong partnerships with families using the Dual Capacity Building Framework. The workshop aims to enhance the educational ecosystem by fostering effective communication and collaboration between educators and families.
Duration: Flexible
Focus Areas: School-Family Partnerships, Dual Capacity Building, Educational Enhancement