Parents’ involvement in their children’s school
Researches have shown that the
family makes critical contributions to a child’s achievements from early
childhood through high school. Talking and playing with infants, reading
bedtime stories with toddlers, playing math and reading games with elementary
school students, helping middle school students with their homework, and
establishing appropriate boundaries for teenagers are foundations for success
in school. Many families, however, require assistance in providing these basics
of a supportive home learning environment.
When parents, families, and members of community are involved with
schools, all children benefit. Adult participation sends the message that
school is important and the work children do there is worthy of adult attention.
Many people, however, do want to volunteer but they don’t know how to begin.
They may believe that children and teachers do not want them there, or they may
not know how to fit one more activity into an already tight schedule. These
situations present perfect opportunity for our Vernus Early Learning Centre to
reach out and provide avenues for parents, family members, and others to
provide support.
Research regarding the effects of family
involvement on educational outcomes has shown that parent involvement makes a
difference in children’s academic achievement.
Most people will say “I don’t have time for this” What do think?
Can you think of a time effective parents’ involvement?
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