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F.A.C.E. - Family and Community Engagement
Washington needs your voice, energy, and ideas! The F.A.C.E. team meets monthly and provides volunteers, decision-making, and more! School teams come together to learn and set goals for the year to support student achievement.
Our mission as a Family and Community Engagement (F.A.C.E.) team at Washington Middle School is to promote and encourage communication between parents, teachers, administration, and the community.
FACE Meetings are held each month on the fourth Tuesday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Please contact Ms. Elshref at 217 525-3182 ext. 290 or email elshref@sps186.org with questions or for assistance.
Please click here to complete our Family Engagement Survey.
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F.A.C.E. Principles
Deepen FACE Teams
Enhance Communication
Building a Welcoming and Supportive Environment for all
Empower Parents in Decision Making
F.A.C.E. Defined:
"Springfield Public School District defines Family and Community Engagement as school, family, & community partnerships built on trust and meaningful communication that creates strong academic support systems for all students.
F.A.C.E. Mission Statement
Building Relationships and Partnerships to Support Student Achievement
MS Elshref
Hello! I’m Diana Elshref, the Family and Community Engagement Liaison at Washington Middle School. I have worked at Springfield Public Schools for 23 years in many capacities, but my favorite position is Family and Community Engagement Liaison. Before becoming a family and community engagement liaison, I worked with parents as teachers in the district and at Sangamon County Public Health in Early Intervention. I am passionate about helping others and making this world a better place for ALL. I am looking forward to getting to know you and your children.
At Washington Middle School, we believe in the power of community. I am here to support and assist you and your children so they can have a successful school year. We can connect with community resources like healthcare, shelter, food, clothing, and mental health services and build a robust and supportive network for our children.
Please attend our Family and Community Engagement meetings on the fourth Tuesday of each month from 5:30 to 6:30. This will be an opportunity for you to learn more about what’s happening at the school, ask the principal questions, and meet other Washington families.
Remember, I am here for you. My office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. You can reach me at 217-525-3182 ext.290 or email me at elshref@sps186.org. Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any assistance or concerns. I am here, ready and willing, to support you and your children every step of the way.