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Euan @macleaneuan.bsky.social · 11d

🧠 The image poses a choice: deficit-based or asset-based.

Parent replies 07:45 mid shift; meeting unconfirmed.

One lens blames. Another asks what would help and reconnects. 🤝

How will you choose to interact with #parents in your #school?

Get in touch!

www.andparents.com

#edusky #education

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Euan @macleaneuan.bsky.social · 13d

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸! ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

Grateful to receive this brilliant testimonial from the University of Derby PGCE team, following my session parent-school partnerships.

⚡ “𝘚𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘭𝘦𝘧𝘵 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘢 𝘤𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘳 𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘧 𝘸𝘩𝘺 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘪𝘵 𝘮𝘦𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘧𝘶𝘭.”

#edusky

Euan @macleaneuan.bsky.social · 28d

&Parents collaborates with #schools to support a rethinking of practice and a reshaping of #culture for stronger parent-school partnerships.

Trust, empathy and understanding are the foundation on which to build these partnerships. #edusky

Let us help! 🔗 www.andparents.com

Euan @macleaneuan.bsky.social · Sep 29

📢 Calling all schools!

Envisage your #school w/ enhanced attainment, improved #attendance and behaviour, and fewer complaints.

Staff having more time focus on #teaching and #learning!

Creating a more parent-inclusive school can do just that!

👀 Check out the QR code below!

#education #edusky

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Euan @macleaneuan.bsky.social · Aug 18

Looking to improve your parent-school partnerships?

Regular meet-ups, termly CPD, on-demand catch-up and a closed group for advice.

Connect with like-minded individuals looking to shift the dial in the best interest of their students.

🔗 www.andparents.com/connectnetwork

#CPD #education #edusky

Euan @macleaneuan.bsky.social · Jul 14

Looking for a speaker for your next event, CPD, or podcast?

🎙️ Founder of &Parents, Euan MacLean, speaks on:

❇️ Parent-school partnerships
❇️ Parental engagement
❇️ Online schooling + student outcomes

Experienced #school leader. Doctoral researcher.

🔗 www.andparents.com

#education #parents #edusky

Euan @macleaneuan.bsky.social · Jul 14

Planning for 2025–26?

If #parent turnout is low, communication is one-way, or relationships feel strained, &Parents can help.

Supporting #schools to build trust, ⬆️ family input, and strengthen home #learning.

Evidence-informed + aligned with inspection frameworks.

🔗 www.andparents.com

#edusky

Euan @macleaneuan.bsky.social · Jun 28

🏳️‍🌈 One mile above sea level and proud.

I find myself at the Colorado State Capitol during #Denver #Pride.

A privilege to be here at a time when hard fought rights feel more fragile than ever.

Remember, rights for others doesn’t take rights away from you… it’s not pie! 🥧

#LGBTQ+ #inclusion

Euan @macleaneuan.bsky.social · Jun 13

Working with #parents in schools can be complex and often isolating.

That’s why I started &Parents Connect. It’s a growing #network of #educators who are serious about partnerships and supporting each other while they do it.

Clarity, tools, connection.

Join: www.andparents.com

#edusky #education

Euan @macleaneuan.bsky.social · May 29

💡 NEW &Parents BLOG: We use the term “hard-to-reach” to describe many parents. But this shifts the spotlight away from the systems that aren’t designed to be accessible for parents in the first place.

What are we offering families to turn up to?

Read 🔗:
www.andparents.com/post/rethink...

#edusky

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Euan @macleaneuan.bsky.social · May 28

👀 Looking to make a real impact with your school's parent community?

Well, look no further. The &Parents Connect professional network allows the global connection of educators/leaders passionate about parent-school partnerships.

Find out more 🔗 www.andparents.com/membership

#education #edusky

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Euan @macleaneuan.bsky.social · May 22

❗You're not imagining it, parent partnership work can feel isolating.

&Parents Connect is a professional network for educators who want practical tools, honest conversation, and peer support that actually helps.

Clarity. Connection. Strategy.

➡️ www.andparents.com

#edusky #education #schools

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Euan @macleaneuan.bsky.social · May 2

Schools want stronger relationships with #parents, but time, support, and space to do it well are often missing.

Something new is coming from &Parents.

For educators working to improve how #schools connect with families.

Practical. Connected. Respects time and budget.

www.andparents.com

#Edusky

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Euan @macleaneuan.bsky.social · May 2

Schools want stronger relationships with #parents, but time, support, and space to do it well are often missing.

Something new is coming from &Parents.

For educators working to improve how #schools connect with families.

Practical. Connected. Respects time and budget.

www.andparents.com

#Edusky

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Euan @macleaneuan.bsky.social · Apr 25

NEW BLOG | Every #parent matters in learning.

It’s not about having all the answers. It’s about asking questions, showing care, being present.

At &Parents, we help #schools and families build real partnerships.

🔗 www.andparents.com/post/learnin...

Let’s create a culture that connects.

#EduSky

Learning is a team effort. And every parent matters.

You don’t need to be a teacher to make a powerful difference in your child’s learning. This article explores how genuine parental engagement, through everyday moments and strong home-school partnershi...

www.andparents.com

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Euan @macleaneuan.bsky.social · Apr 18

💬 Not every parent feels heard in schools. And that’s a problem.

Real communication includes every voice, not just the loudest.

Read how schools can build stronger, more inclusive partnerships with families.

&Parents! 🙌🏻

🔗 www.andparents.com/post/the-sch...

#education #edusky #parents

The school-parent conversation: what works and why it matters.

Effective school-parent communication is essential for student success, but too often, it only reaches the loudest voices. This blog explores how schools can build inclusive communication strategies t...

www.andparents.com

Euan @macleaneuan.bsky.social · Apr 11

👀 ICYMI

We’re giving away £2000 of &Parents services to help one school boost parent engagement and student success. 🙌🏻

Deadline: 30 April 2025
Winner announced: 7 May

Share with any teachers or schools who would be interested.

See how to enter below! ⬇️

#edusky #education #AndParentsChallenge

Euan @macleaneuan.bsky.social · Apr 10

🎙️ Proud to feature in Business Gateway's Talking Heads series, chatting all things education, entrepreneurship & parent-school collaboration. If you care about meaningful school improvement, this one’s for you.

Watch now ➡️ www.andparents.com/post/new-vid...

#schools #education #edusky

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Euan @macleaneuan.bsky.social · Apr 9

💬 Is communication important in your school?

Great communication between schools and parents doesn’t happen by chance, it happens by design. At &Parents, we’ve created 5 pillars to help schools build stronger partnerships.

Explore more: www.andparents.com

#edusky #education #schools #leadership

Euan @macleaneuan.bsky.social · Apr 8

The Euan MacLean Action Figure – Founder of &Parents!

Connection, Partnership, Energy, Internationalism.

It’s all about building relationships between schools and parents to improve children’s outcomes.

What would your action figure represent?

#edusky #education

www.andparents.com

Euan @macleaneuan.bsky.social · Apr 7

🚀 Win £2000 of &Parents services for your #school!

Enter our launch competition for a chance to boost your school’s parent involvement and engagement.

How to enter: find out more in the image below! ⬇️

Enter by 30 April 2025. Winner announced 7 May 2025.

GET INVOLVED! 🎉

#edusky #education

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Euan @macleaneuan.bsky.social · Apr 4

📢 New blog! Bridging the gap between #parents & schools is key to #student success.

✅ What effective parent-school interactions are
✅ Barriers holding schools & families apart
✅ Practical ways to build stronger partnerships

Read more: tinyurl.com/3rwyxfe9

#edusky #education #schools #leadership

Bridging the gap: Improving parent-school interactions for better student outcomes.

Discover practical strategies to improve parent-school relationships and enhance student outcomes. Learn how clear communication, inclusive engagement, flexible meeting options, and a positive school ...

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Euan @macleaneuan.bsky.social · Apr 3

🎙️Exciting news!

Recorded two great podcasts—one with Barry Cooper at Leading Your International School and another with Stephen & Irene for Talking Heads at Business Gateway.

Looking forward to sharing insights on parents, leadership, and collaboration soon!

#edusky #education #inclusion

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Euan @macleaneuan.bsky.social · Apr 2

Big news for &Parents. We're an approved as a member of @socialenterprise.scot

Here's to connecting with like-minded organisations committed to real change.

We're excited to engage with others dedicated to positive change and share our work to support #parents and #schools.

#edusky #education

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Euan @macleaneuan.bsky.social · Mar 31

🎉 We’re Live! Introducing &Parents

We're here to strengthen parent-school relationships with practical, evidence-based strategies. From consultancy to training, we help schools & families work better together.

🌐 www.andparents.com

#education #edusky #inclusion #parents #schools