Dlisa Crain

D'lisa Crain currently serves as a Family Engagement Consultant at Scholastic, where she leverages her extensive expertise to strengthen family-school partnerships and promote equitable educational practices. In this role, she is instrumental in designing and delivering professional development sessions focused on the Dual Capacity Building Framework for Family-School Partnerships, empowering educators and administrators to foster meaningful family engagement. D'lisa’s work involves facilitating dynamic training sessions with school teams across diverse districts, coaching district and school leadership on culturally responsive engagement strategies, and supporting the implementation of data-driven initiatives that enhance family involvement and student success.

A key aspect of her current role includes utilizing Scholastic FACE’s Family Friendly Assessment tools to generate insightful school-level reports. These reports help educators and administrators identify strengths and areas for growth in family engagement practices, informing targeted interventions and strategic planning. D'lisa’s expertise in data analysis and program evaluation ensures that these initiatives are grounded in measurable outcomes, fostering continuous improvement.

Her background in managing multimillion-dollar federal grants and leading professional learning communities underscores her capacity for strategic collaboration and systemic change. D'lisa’s skills in community outreach, stakeholder engagement, and volunteer management enable her to build authentic partnerships with families, schools, and community organizations. Recognized for her innovative approach and commitment to equity, she continues to drive impactful initiatives that promote inclusive, culturally responsive practices and elevate the role of families as vital partners in education. Through her leadership, D'lisa Crain is making a meaningful difference in advancing family engagement as a cornerstone of student achievement and school success.