Parent_Involvement_fact_sheet

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 FACT SHEET ON PARENT INVOLVEMENT REFORMS
 Research demonstrates that increasing the duration and
  intensity of parent involvement improves student self-
  esteem, behavior, attendance, and achievement

 Students’ school achievement is connected to families
  creating home environments that:
       o Encourages learning
       o Expresses high expectations for their child’s achievement & future
         careers
       o Practices involvement in their child’s education

 Ensure full implementation of the National Standards for
   Parent/Family Involvement Programs developed by the
   National PTA:
       o Standard 1: Communication - Communication between home
         and school is regular, two-way, and meaningful
       o Standard 2: Parenting - Parenting skills are promoted and
         supported
       o Standard 3: Student Learning - Parents play an integral role in
         assisting student learning
       o Standard 4: Volunteering - Parents are welcome in the school,
         and their support and assistance are sought
       o Standard 5: School Decision-Making and Advocacy - Parents
         are full partners in the decisions that affect children and families
       o Standard 6: Collaborating with Community - Community
         resources are used to strengthen schools, families, and student
         learning.
       o Adapt and utilize national PTA’s self-assessment tool -
         www.pta.org.




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