Family engagement plays a vital role in fostering student success and strengthening school communities. When families are actively involved, students experience improved academic outcomes, stronger social-emotional development, and greater confidence in their learning journey. SCCPSS recognizes the importance of valuing parents as partners in education and is proud to be recognized as a Project Appleseed High Achiever in Family Engagement. This recognition highlights the district’s ongoing commitment to building meaningful connections between families, schools, and community partners to ensure every student thrives.

Throughout November, SCCPSS and community partners are hosting a series of events designed to support, empower, and celebrate families. From Grief Counseling Workshops and Mentor Meet-Ups to the 2-Mile Walk of Thanks, Scholarship Fair, and Teen Summit, there are numerous opportunities for families to connect with resources and one another. Additional events such as the Parent University and the Family Engagement Night at Groves High School provide valuable tools for parents to monitor academic progress, access community supports and enhance student learning at home. Together, these activities reflect SCCPSS’s dedication to creating a culture where families are informed, involved, and inspired to support their children’s growth and success.

You can find a number of events listed below.  We will update this page as we find out more.  Happy Family Engagement Month!!!

November 4th – Grief Counseling Workshops - Time: 11am-1pm -Empowerment Center, 4707 Augusta Rd. -Supporting Families Through Grief- School Collaborative Event. Free for all families -Lunch is provided. Resources will be shared to support the overall health and wellbeing of students and families navigating grief and trauma through the holidays and beyond. This is a SCCPSS School Collaborative (Woodville Tompkins, Beach, Bloomingdale, Brock, Gadsden, Groves, Heard, Hodge, Mercer, Jenkins, West Chatham Elementary, West Chatham Middle, Woodville Tompkins).

November 5th- Mentor Meet Up- Time: 4:30pm-5:30pm: Groves High School-100 Priscilla D. Thomas way, Garden City, GA 31408. Free for all families- Date- November 5 2025 Location: Davis-Edwards-Harris Complex at Groves High School. We are excited for families to join us for an opportunity to connect with mentors and additional resources to support student success for choice-filled lives. Some of the organizations that will be in attendance are the YMCA, Live Oak Public Library, Girls of Purpose, Girl Scouts, HOPE Initiative, Park Place, The Front Porch, The Coffee Foundation, ONSE.

November 15th- Athletics Department: 2 Mile Walk of Thanks – Time: 9am-1pm- Location: Savannah High Stadium 400 Pennsylvania Ave, Savannah GA 31404. This is an opportunity for families and the community at large to engage in a physical activity while sharing sentiments of thanks with one another

November 15th-Scholarship Fair- Time: 9am-12pm- We are excited to share that we will be hosting our SCCPSS Scholarship Fair Saturday, November 15, 2025 from 9 am to 12 pm at Jenkins High School at 1800 East Derenne Ave, Savannah, GA 31406. This event will be an opportunity for families to learn about various scholarship offerings for Colleges/Universities.

November 15th- Teen Summit- Time- 9am-1pm - Savannah Jaycees Hut, 101 Atlas ST. Prepare for an inspiring day with discussions, interactive workshops, motivational speakers, and panel discussions. Resources for families on Mental Health, Economic Development, and Careers. FREE breakfast and lunch

November 19th – Family Fall Festival: Time: 5:30pm-7:00pm Location: Davis-Edwards-Harris Complex at Groves High School: 100 Priscilla D. Thomas way, Garden City, GA 31408. This is hosted by an SCCPSS School Collaborative (Woodville Tompkins, Beach, Bloomingdale, Brock, Gadsden, Groves, Heard, Hodge, Mercer, Jenkins, West Chatham Elementary, West Chatham Middle, Woodville Tompkins). Join this event to learn how to monitor your scholar’s academic progress using PowerSchool Parent Portal, Choice Schools and the academic requirements, how to prepare for End of Year/Course tests, Test Taking and Study Tips- What tests does your student take?, Why attendance matters-Tardies Too, How to increase your child’s reading level – Literacy is fun!, athletic requirements for upcoming sports, learn about community partners and receive resources for your family.

November 22nd- Parent University- Time 9:30-1:30pm Location: Heard Elementary School- 414 Lee Boulevard, Savannah, GA 31405. FREE Breakfast, Lunch, Transportation and Childcare- Gift Card Giveaways and a Raffle for a FREE Laptop. Families and Community members are invited. Various Parent Training Sessions such as Grading Practices- Feedback Session, Special Education training and resources for parents and children, Financial Literacy and much more.

November 26^th – Holiday Meal at Union Mission – Time: 11am-1pm125 Fahm Street. Savannah, GA 3140. Bring your appetite for a full holiday meal! Open to everyone! Free admission! Visit the free Clothing Closet! Flu and COVID vaccine clinic provided by JC Lewis Healthcare.