Promising Partnerships
Ways to Involve Parents in Their Children's Education
By (author) Lisa J. Harpin
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Publication date:
16 December 2010Length of book:
144 pagesPublisher
R&L EducationISBN-13: 9781607095644
The research on parent involvement in education indicates that, in most cases, when parents play an active role in their children's education, academic achievement improves. As a result, schools are now mandated to incorporate parent involvement in the educational process. Educators are faced with the challenge of creating ways to engage parents in their children's education. Promising Partnerships: Ways to Involve Parents in Their Children's Education is a resource that can be used to unite educators and parents in the common goal of educating today's children. By including relevant topics such as academics, self-esteem, test-taking, mentoring, bullying, independence, decision-making, and cultural diversity, this book confronts educators, parents, and students. Lisa J. Harpin not only acknowledges the importance of these issues but also provides solutions for addressing the challenges that accompany them by establishing partnerships among stakeholders that ultimately lead to student success.
Parent involvement in the education of their children is an essential component of student success. Too often, many well-intentioned parents struggle with the best ways to stay informed and connected to their children's school. This book presents practical and sound advice for parents who want to have a positive impact on the education of their children. The chapters on test taking and bullying, in particular, provide a wealth of information for parents. I recommend this book for any parents of K-12 students looking to educate themselves on the best ways to promote their children's success in school.