S3 EP3 - Beyond Welcome: What School Leaders Need to Know About Newcomer Family Engagement in the Early Years

Description: This podcast conversation will explore how school leaders can move beyond symbolic welcome practices toward more meaningful engagement with newcomer families in kindergarten and the early years. Drawing on my research and professional learning work in early childhood education, I will discuss how leadership shapes belonging, trust, and culturally responsive family-school relationships, and share practical considerations for principals and board leaders working in diverse school communities. OUR GUEST Kamini Kamdar HOSTS Lindsay Diakiw - Professional Learning Consultant, Ontario Principals' Council Susie Lee-Fernandes – Director of Professional Learning, Ontario Principals’ Council Season 3 Episode 3 Transcript