Week 1 – June 2nd, 2026 Theme: Serving on Groups Section 5 – Tips & Strategies for Groups
Section 5 of Serving on Groups That Make Decisions offers families practical strategies for effective group participation, focusing on clear communication, active listening, and preparing to advocate for their child’s needs to ensure their experience influences group decisions. https://wifacets.org/eLearning/SoGSection5/story.html
Week 2 – June 9th, 2026 Theme: Serving on Groups Section 6 – Understanding Data as Information
Section 6 of Serving on Groups That Make Decisions teaches families how to understand and utilize data as information during group decision-making. It provides an eight-step process to ensure all choices are well-informed and data-driven to improve results for children. https://wifacets.org/eLearning/SoGSection6/story.html
Week 3 – June 16th, 2026 Theme: Serving on Groups Section 7 – The Roles of Families on Groups
Section 7 of Serving on Groups That Make Decisions, “The Role of Families on Groups,” highlights that families are essential members who provide the crucial perspective of the consumer. It offers guidance on effectively sharing personal stories, gathering community input, and serving as the essential voice for all families. https://wifacets.org/eLearning/SoGSection7/story.html
Week 4 – June 23th, 2026 Theme: Serving on Groups Section 8 – Skills for Serving on Groups
Section 8 of Serving on Groups That Make Decisions, “Skills for Serving on Groups,” provides essential guidance on the practical skills families need to participate actively and effectively in decision-making groups. It covers tips for key activities, including meeting preparation, active participation, effective follow-up, conflict management, and successful meeting facilitation. https://wifacets.org/eLearning/SoGSection8/story.html
Week 5 – June 30th, 2026 Theme: Serving on Groups Guidebook
The creation of the Serving on Groups Guidebook came from an identified need to support families in serving on decision-making groups, but the information and structure of the book is intended to support anyone serving on those groups. Check out the Guidebook and download sections as needed: Serving on Groups Guidebook: https://servingongroups.org/guidebook-sections/