Benefits of Membership
Our Members' services and opportunities include
- free live online Information Sessions - read more here and FAQs here
- ideas and updates on our social media channels
- advice and support from the Connect team
- Parents' Voice online survey group
- Access to the exclusive MyConnect digital library of resources, with templates, support and on-demand content for your convenience
- opportunities to engage with and meet other parent groups who are part of the Connect Members' Network too!
- membership-linked insurance
- free professional learning on parental engagement in MyConnect for staff in Connect Member local authorities listed here
- NEW: Connect Coaching - dedicated support for groups in need
- the Connecting Parent Groups closed Facebook group - join to network and share ideas with other Members!
- the Rural and Small Schools Parent Group Network closed Facebook group
- the Kickstart programme, a tailored start up or reboot package of support for new or struggling Parent Councils
- NEW: Connect Buddies, a peer support programme for parent groups
- informal drop-in sessions for chat and support
- monthly eNewsletters
- Backchat, our termly eNewsletter
- support from Scottish Mediation when relationships need help
- easyfundraising.
Membership Renewal Portal
For self-funding Connect Members ONLY: renew your membership and update your details
About your Connect Membership
If your parent group is already a Connect Member or you want to find out about renewal, this information is for you!
Connect Membership Benefits for Local Authority Staff
For local authorities with Connect Membership, an important benefit is enhancing parental and family engagement through free professional learning for staff as well as tailored support