Building on a rich and longstanding body of research on family engagement, Centering Families in the Future of Education shares ten insights from ten years — what families and educators have told us they need to support student learning and well-being. From the gap between parent perception and academic performance to the need for clearer, more actionable communication, the findings underscore a central truth: when families are treated as true partners, trust deepens, outcomes improve, and systems become more responsive to every learner’s needs.