Parent involvement : collaboration is the key for every child's success /

In today's economy, where getting a good education has never been more important and school resources are stretched beyond points that most of us can remember, it is imperative that parents be fully engaged in their child's education, both at home and at school. Parents play an integral ro...

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Main Author: Wages, Michele, 1965-
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Lanham, Maryland : Rowman & Littlefield, 2016.
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Online Access: Full text (MFA users only)
ISBN:9781475822618
1475822618
Local Note:ProQuest Ebook Central
Table of Contents:
  • Barriers to parental involvement
  • What are the common core standards and how do they affect my child?
  • How schools can improve communication with parents
  • What children need throughout school years
  • Ways parents can increase involvement
  • How much should parents help: too much vs. too little?
  • What should parents do to ensure their assistance is valuable?
  • How can parents help prepare their child for testing?
  • Assessing your child's needs: what if you need to hire a tutor?
  • How should parents prepare for the parent-teacher conference?