Flip The Script:
Rethinking How We Work With Families
with Marisa Barrett of Early Childhood Collective
Who is Marisa Barrett?
What if the most powerful thing you could bring to a family visit or meeting wasn't a resource or a plan, but a different kind of presence? This hands-on session introduces the FLIP framework, a practical approach for home visitors and family service workers who want to move from advice-driven interactions to genuine partnership. Through relatable scenarios and real practice, you'll explore what it looks like to follow, listen, invite, and promote in ways that center family voice and build lasting trust. Come ready to reflect, share what's already working in your practice, and connect with colleagues who care just as deeply about the families they serve.
Kansas raised her, Texas claimed her, and Head Start gave her life's work its shape and direction. She co-founded Early Childhood Collective to get research into teachers' hands, in ways that actually work. She still covers a classroom when they need her. Staying close to the work is kind of her thing.
Marisa works alongside programs as a CLASS® observer, pre-service trainer, and coach. Coaching that actually sticks. That's the goal.
Kansas roots. Texas boots. Firmly committed to chips and queso.