Engagement Matters: Reimagining Family, School, and Community Relations in Teacher Education to Improve Student Outcomes.

The article discusses the importance of family, school, and community (FSC) engagement in teacher education and its impact on student outcomes. It highlights the lack of focus on preparing educators for family engagement and the limited opportunities for educators to practice and learn about family engagement throughout their careers. The article presents a special issue that explores innovative practices and challenges in FSC engagement, including competency-based frameworks, community-based teacher education, and the role of indigenous communities. It emphasizes the need for systemic support and the integration of family engagement strategies in teacher education programs to achieve equity, social justice, and improved student outcomes. [Extracted from the article]