Importance of Parental Involvement

What do the experts say about the importance of parent involvement? “Programs and interventions that engage families in supporting their children’s learning at home are linked to higher student achievement.” Dr. Karen Mapp, Institute for Responsive Education. The involvement of families in the lives of their children remains a strong component to student engagement in school and school-related activities...Families who are involved and engaged with their child and their child's school can provide their children motivation to do well and achieve to their highest level. Family expectations alone can be a driving force in student engagement. -Dr. Steve Constantino, Institute for Family Friendly Schools “The more extensive the parent involvement, the higher the student achievement” -National PTA