Parental Involvement

Parental involvement in schools improves student learning. Parental involvement is a critical link to higher grades, positive attitudes and behaviors, and more effective schools. When schools works together with parents to support learning, children are inclined to succeed not just in school but also throughout life. Such participation of parents is critical throughout students’ educational careers. Parents benefit as well. They develop a greater appreciation of their role in their children's education, improved their sense of self worth, and even stimulate the desire to continue their own education. They also come to understand more about their children’s teachers and their teaching methods. Finally, because of their ongoing relationships with students, schools play a key role in encouraging and supporting efforts by parents to take a more active role in their children’s education.
Few people will argue that parent involvement in education is significant. However, ...