Research over the past several years on parent involvement and our schools indicate that regardless of background or family income, students that have involved parents •
In passing a playground with school children at play, how many times is there a child sitting on the ground or on the sidewalk of the
State tests are given to students in all schools once a year. Testing drives instruction and standardized tests have a purpose. They are used as an
It’s time that policy makers and school boards take a closer look at student achievement and class size. With school budgets shrinking, policy makers need to
Good questions are the principal element in the development of critical thinking skills. Questions encourage collaboration amongst students and teachers and support the learning process.
Reading aloud to all children from infancy to college has many benefits. Many parents and teachers believe that when children are toddlers and of primary
Schools are now beginning to use student ratings to determine the effectiveness of teachers. Schools in Georgia, Tennessee, and Florida (to name some) use a
Are teachers treating all children fairly? Are children being respected or insulted in the classroom? Positive relationships need to be built everyday in the classroom. It
When you visit your school lunchroom, are you aghast or impressed by what you see and hear? Most educators fear the cafeteria. It can be
How often are parents involved in our schools as volunteers? Getting involved and volunteering is much more than conferences and parent/teacher meetings. Educators need parents