"Schools often use a deficit-based lens versus a strength-based lens as it relates to families and communities," but as you've learned, families have so much to offer!

Make a list of 10 or more positive characteristics that describe your families in the alternative school setting, including strengths and different types of knowledge and abilities that your families have. Focus on using asset-based language!After creating the list, develop an action plan including at least three concrete ideas to increase the use of the strengths, knowledge and abilities of your families. Submit the action plan for this application.