👋 Calling all Head Start and CAP agencies! Make the switch to GoEngage or Contact Sales: (800) 473-4780

👋 Calling all Head Start and CAP agencies! Make the switch to GoEngage or Contact Sales: (800) 473-4780

👋 Calling all Head Start and CAP agencies! Make the switch to GoEngage or Contact Sales: (800) 473-4780

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The GoEngage Academy Advantage

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Sari Schray

Sari Schray

Sari Schray

Sari Schray

Jul 29, 2025

Jul 29, 2025

Jul 29, 2025

Jul 29, 2025

Empower Your Staff, Improve Your Program: The GoEngage Academy Advantage

In the fast-paced, compliance-driven world of Head Start and Early Head Start, staff training for data management systems is often one of the most overlooked areas of investment—but it’s also one of the most impactful.

As more agencies transition to data systems that manage everything from family engagement to PIR reporting, one thing becomes clear: Your software is only as powerful as the people using it. That’s why we created GoEngage Academy—a self-paced, role-specific learning library built exclusively for Head Start professionals using GoEngage.

If your current system offers expensive training options that are limited, outdated training resources, or if your team is struggling to keep up with feature changes, it’s time to rethink what modern training should look like.

What Is GoEngage Academy?

GoEngage Academy is a digital, on-demand training platform developed by the GoEngage Head Start experts to meet the real-world needs of your program. Through structured, self-paced courses, it provides:

  • Clear onboarding paths for new hires

  • Targeted skill development for experienced staff

  • Continuous learning and compliance support year-round

Whether you're training a new data manager or preparing for a Focus Area review, GoEngage Academy ensures that your team knows exactly how to use GoEngage—correctly, confidently, and compliantly.

Why Professional Development Should Be a Priority

Agencies that invest in ongoing training for their teams see real results:

  • Fewer data entry errors and monitoring findings

  • More system knowledge and better workflows

  • Faster onboarding for new staff

  • Higher staff retention and morale

  • More accurate reporting and improved program outcomes

In today’s environment of shrinking budgets and growing oversight, your team doesn’t have time for guesswork. They need access to high-quality, up-to-date training that fits their schedules—and your compliance requirements.

GoEngage Academy vs. Static Learning Libraries

Many Head Start software platforms offer some form of learning library, but not all training tools are created equal. GoEngage Academy was designed to go beyond static PDFs and outdated videos by offering:

Self-paced learning built around real staff roles

Interactive assessments to reinforce knowledge

Progress tracking for administrators

Automated communication to support learners at key milestones

T&TA eligibility to maximize your budget

What’s Included in a Subscription?

  • Core GoEngage training modules

  • Role-specific learning paths (e.g., Family Advocate, Program Director, Data Manager)

  • Agency-wide admin tools to track learning progress

  • Interactive quizzes and knowledge checks

Flexible Subscription Options

Plan

Monthly

Annual

Agency-Wide Access

$479/month (3-month minimum)

$359/month (billed annually)

With annual subscriptions, agencies receive a GoEngage online school with full enrollment control, analytics, and ongoing support—ideal for Head Start teams looking to build a culture of continuous learning.

Want to see how much you could save?

Use our quick Training Cost Calculator to estimate how much your agency is currently spending on training—and how GoEngage Academy can reduce those costs by more than 50%.

The sooner staff get trained, the sooner your data—and performance—improve.

👉 Try the Calculator

Request More Information Today!

Who Should Use GoEngage Academy?

  • Newly hired staff who need onboarding

  • Experienced users who want to refine or expand their skills

  • Program leadership looking for real-time insights into team readiness

  • Agencies preparing for PIR, Focus Area 1, or Focus Area 2 reviews

Schedule a Free Demo of GoEngage Academy

Scheduling a GoEngage Academy demo is 100% free—and packed with value. In just 30 minutes, we’ll:

  1. Walk through key GoEngage platform capabilities

  2. Discuss the current challenges your agency is facing

  3. Map out a customized implementation + training plan

  4. All at no cost to your agency

👉 Schedule a Demo Now

Ready to Empower Your Team?

Professional development is not optional—it’s a core part of long-term program success. GoEngage Academy helps you meet compliance goals, reduce operational stress, and elevate team performance through structured, scalable learning.

📧 Reach out to training@GoEngage.app

📅 Book a quick demo to see how GoEngage Academy can fit into your T&TA plan.

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Sari Schray

Sari Schray

Sari Schray

Sari Schray

Sari Schray is the Senior Director of Customer Success at GoEngage, where she combines her professional expertise with her personal experience as a former Head Start parent to empower agencies in supporting families and communities. Her journey with Head Start ignited a passion for helping others, and she is deeply committed to ensuring that agencies can maximize their impact through seamless program management and innovative solutions.

Before joining GoEngage, Sari built a strong foundation in leadership and operations as a General Manager at Goodwill and a Warehouse Manager at Ferguson Enterprises. These roles honed her ability to streamline processes, lead teams, and deliver results—skills she now uses to help agencies achieve success.

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