At Bunifu – Learning for Life, led by education strategist Jennifer Dunn, we offer tailored consulting and professional services to help schools, districts, and organizations strengthen their capacity for college readiness, workforce development, and equity in education. Our services are designed to meet you where you are and provide actionable solutions that drive results.
Stronger Together: Engagement That Works
Because every child’s success starts with a united community
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Why Family and Community Engagement Matters
When families are engaged, students succeed and when communities join the effort, success multiplies. Research shows that students with engaged families are twice as likely to earn higher grades, attend school more regularly, and graduate prepared for college and careers. Districts that build family-school partnerships also see measurable improvements in attendance, behavior, and staff morale. Yet many schools struggle to move from involvement to true engagement. Studies reveal that over 60% of educators say they need more time, tools, and training to build authentic relationships with families and community partners. At Bunifu Learning for Life, we close that gap through programs that connect schools, families, and communities in meaningful, actionable ways. This booklet highlights two of our most powerful programs: Family University (Family U) and the Community Engagement Workshop Series, designed to work together to build a sustainable culture of partnership.
Ideal For:
District Family Engagement Offices, Leadership Teams & Principals Charter School Parent Liaisons Community-Based Organizations and Workforce Programs State Education, Workforce & Social Agencies Supporting Youth & Families
Empowering parents as partners in their child’s learning journey. Program 1: Family University Family University (Family U) is a six-module learning experience that helps families strengthen their role as partners in education. Built on principles of cultural responsiveness, two-way communication, and goal-setting, Family U equips parents with the tools to support learning at home and advocate effectively in school settings. Through a combination of bilingual chatbot interactions, reflection worksheets, and podcast storytelling, families explore topics such as educational legacy, advocacy, academic readiness, and postsecondary planning. The program is accessible, flexible, and designed for immediate use by districts, schools, and community agencies. Program Highlights:
Six bilingual, family-centered learning modules
Reflection activities, discussion guides, and take-home resources
Story-driven podcast episodes that amplify parent voices
Chatbot “Jamal” for on-demand family support and guidance
Printable action plans for goal-setting and progress tracking
Roots to Wings: Understanding your family’s educational legacy
Elevating Parent Voice: Advocacy and communication strategies
Vision Maker: Creating a family vision for success
Mapping the Journey Beyond High School: Postsecondary planning
Building Academic Confidence: Supporting learning at home
Momentum Makers: Turning learning into real-world action
Program 2: Community Engagement Workshop Series
Turning schools into community hubs of shared success.
The Community Engagement Workshop Series complements Family U by empowering school leaders and community partners to build the systems and structures that sustain engagement long-term. Delivered as a seven- session virtual or in-person professional development series, the program aligns with the Community Schools Framework and focuses on building relationships, stakeholder trust, and measurable impact.
Program Highlights:
8.5 total hours of professional development (virtual or onsite)
Office hours and peer meet-ups for implementation support
Action plan templates, resource library, and progress tracking tools
Data-driven strategies to reduce absenteeism and strengthen partnerships Proven results: 11% decrease in absenteeism and 21 new community partnerships achieved in past implementations
Core Workshop Topics:
1.Building Community Foundations 2.Stakeholder Mapping & Analysis 3.Engagement & Trust-Building Strategies 4.Partnership Development & Collaboration 5.Barrier Removal & Solution Design 6.Program Implementation & Sustainability 7.Post-Implementation Reflection & Evaluation
11% Schools that partner with local organizations see up to an 11% drop in absenteeism and stronger student motivation
60% Over 60% of educators say they lack time, tools, or training to fully engage families and communities
Together, These Programs Create a Shared Vision
By combining Family U’s family empowerment model with the Community Engagement Workshop’s systemic framework, organizations can achieve a 360° approach to engagement, one that honors families’ voices, builds leadership capacity, and creates measurable community impact.
Contact Information
For further details or inquiries
703-655-8488 info@bunifuelearning.com
www.bunifuelearning.com
© 2025 Bunifu Learning for Life LLC. All rights reserved. Family University (Family U) and Community Engagement Workshop Series initiatives, is the exclusive property of Bunifu Learning for Life LLC.
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