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What if exploring data felt less like a report and more like a scavenger hunt? 🔎📊

We’re excited to be featured in a new practice brief from the Center for Social Development at Washington University in St. Louis, highlighting an innovative Data Scavenger Hunt developed by our Data Consultant, Amber Lewis of Goshen Consulting.

Working alongside Amber and the Goshen team, our staff explored our data in a new way - building confidence, sparking curiosity, and uncovering insights about how we measure and understand the impact of our work.

We’re grateful to Amber and Goshen for helping us approach data with a spirit of exploration and collaboration, and we’re excited to see this work shared as part of the Data for Social Impact series.

Read our latest blog and check out the full practice brief →

Making Data More Approachable: Home Works Featured in New Practice Brief — Home Works What happens when you turn data exploration into a scavenger hunt? In partnership with Amber Lewis and Goshen, our team explored a new way to build data confidence, spark curiosity, and uncover insights about the impact of our work. Read more about the experience and check out the full practice brie

We’re excited to spotlight Kim Wisdom, the newest member of the Home Works team and our Development Manager.

With a background in leadership, project management, and special event planning, Kim brings her passion for fundraising and supporting children and families to Home Works. As a mom of two, she also understands firsthand the importance of strong, connected school communities and parent engagement.

Read more about Kim and her journey to Home Works!
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Building Connections and Community: Introducing Kim Wisdom as Home Works’ Development Manager — Home Works Kim Wisdom joins Home Works as Development Manager, bringing a background in leadership, project management, and special event planning, along with a passion for fundraising. As a mom of two, she also brings a personal understanding of the importance of strong, connected school and family communitie

🎉 You're Invited! 🎉

Join us for our 2nd Annual Home Works Back to School Kick-Off! Come connect with the Home Works community, learn what's new, and explore our Community Showcase featuring local organizations and resources.

Whether you're a donor, volunteer, educator, community partner, family, or friend of Home Works, we'd love to have you join us!

RSVP today: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqMkonUuLjPM0JRWGoN1mLH0kBDXmKtfU4mQs1uZiBQXQp-w/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=107132669302427555166

Strong schools are built on strong relationships - and that starts with supporting the educators who serve students every day.

Our latest impact piece explores how Home Works' Family Engagement model strengthens the conditions for teacher engagement and retention by helping educators build deeper connections with families, grow their confidence, and feel supported in their work.

Read the full story to explore the 2025-26 data and teacher perspectives behind the impact:

Strengthening the Conditions for Teacher Engagement and Retention — Home Works Strong family-school partnerships don’t just benefit students - they also help teachers thrive. Through home visits, Family Learning Workshops, and ongoing support, Home Works equips educators to build trust with families, strengthen communication, and create more connected school communities. Exp...

We're excited to share that Home Works is now part of the Loop & Tie marketplace! 🎁 If you receive a Loop & Tie gift from your employer, you'll now see Home Works as one of the charitable options available. It's another way to support our mission of strengthening relationships between schools, families, and communities, and we're honored to be included!

Thank you to for helping connect meaningful gifts with meaningful impact. ❤️

Some things cool off with time. Your impact hasn't!🔥

76 Days ago, you helped us raise $76,000 during our Charidy campaign, and we're still feeling the warmth of your support. Now with just 45 days until the first day of school, your generosity is still bringing the heat as we prepare for the new school year.

Every Home Works educator, student, parent, and caregiver will be welcomed, supported, and engaged because of your incredible support. Thank you for keeping our momentum and our mission burning hot!

As we wrap up the 2025-26 school year, we're reflecting on a year of growth, connection, and impact across our Home Works communitites.

In our latest blog, we share key highlights from this year's work, early reflections on outcomes, and the strategic priorities guiding the year ahead. You'll also find our new Outcome Snapshot Video featuring highlights form across our core program areas.

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Beyond the Final Bell: What’s Next at Home Works — Home Works This past year, Home Works continued to deepen partnerships between families and educators while expanding our reach to new schools and communities. As we close out the 2025-26 school year, we’re reflecting on key moments of impact, sharing what we’ve learned, and looking ahead to the next chapt...

Rounding out our Teacher of the Year celebrations is Elizabeth Byrne from Confluence Academy - South City Campus 🌟

A passionate advocate for family engagement, Elizabeth is always looking for new ways to help families reinforce learning at home and support student success.

In her very first year as a Home Works Lead and Co-Visitor, Elizabeth quickly emerged as a leader, completing an impressive 31 home visits and leading her colleagues in making the most visits at her school. She also helped facilitate a highly successful Family Learning Workshop and actively engaged with students and families during Family Dinners, continuing to share strategies and insights to support learning beyond the classroom.

Elizabeth's dedication to building strong school-family partnerships has made a lasting impact on her students, families, and colleagues alike. Congratulations, Elizabeth, on being named a 2025-26 Home Works Teacher of the Year! 🏆❤️

Next up in our Teacher of the Year celebration is Carson Dee from David Barton Elementary! 🏆

Carson has built something truly special in her classroom - meaningful relationships with students and strong partnerships with families. Through consistent communication, genuine care, and a commitment to helping every child succeed, she ensures families feel informed, included, and valued.

The connections Carson creates extend far beyond the classroom walls and make a lasting impact on her students, families, and school community. ❤️

Thank you, Carson, for all you do. Your commitment to building strong, supportive relationships makes a lasting difference for students and families every day. 🌟

Today is Juneteenth - a day to reflect, honor history, and celebrate freedom.

At Home Works, we believe stories are one of the most powerful ways to spark meaningful conversations at home and in your community. They help us learn from the past, deepen understanding, and connect across generations.

One book we’re highlighting today is Opal Lee and What It Means to Be Free, a powerful story that honors the legacy of Opal Lee and her lifelong advocacy for Juneteenth. 📚❤️ Families can also listen to a read-aloud version by Storytime with Tristan here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vixsvigR-zE&t=1s

We invite you to explore books, attend local events, or find other ways to learn and celebrate together today.

How are you reflecting or honoring Juneteenth?

📚 Storytime Channel for Kids | Opal Lee and What It Means to Be Free | Juneteenth Read Aloud Storytime Channel for Kids, “Opal Lee and What It Means to Be Free: The True Story of the Grandmother of Juneteenth” by Alice Faye Duncan and Illustrated by ...