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Research shows that when parents are involved in their children's education, kids do better in school. And schools become better, too. Some benefits include:
- Higher grades and test scores
- Long term academic achievement
- Positive attitudes and behavior
- More successful programs
- More effective schools
Source: University of Illinois Extension
Ideas for Getting Involved
Often, parents don't know what to do to make a difference for their students. The links below and in the menu on the right are offered as a resource to help you find answers.
- Parent Guides to School Involvement from Scholastic Family Matters - Offers several articles with tips on how you can contribute to your child's classroom.
- Familias Latinas: Participando en la educacion de sus hijos - ¿Qué significa participar en el aprendizaje de los hijos? ¿Qué puedo hacer en casa para que mis hijos aprendan mejor? ¿Cómo puedo participar en las escuelas preescolares, primarias y secundarias? ¿Puedo confiar en las escuelas?
- Latino Parents: Getting Involved in Your Children's Education - English version
A Parents Guide to NCLB
The No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) of 2001 is a landmark in education reform designed to improve student achievement and change the culture of America's schools. NCLB represents a sweeping overhaul of federal efforts to support elementary and secondary education in the United States. It is built on four common-sense pillars: accountability for results; an emphasis on doing what works based on scientific research; expanded parental options; and expanded local control and flexibility.
- No Child Left Behind: A Parent's Guide - from the US Dept of Education
- Que Ningún Niño Se Quede Atrás: Una guía para los padres - from the US Dept of Education