Go to Google search and type “parent involvement in school,” and you will see several thousand results with various explanations, techniques and strategies. Scholarly articles and magazines to student dissertations and blog posts describe the importance of parent involvement and how it contributes to student success.
Here are just a few articles that promote the importance of parent involvement in schools.
The importance of parental involvement in education: Rasmussen University by Ashley Brooks, 11/18/2019
Many parents mistakenly believe that their children’s education is entirely in the hands of teachers, but research solidly supports the case for parental involvement.
Research from the National Coalition for Parent Involvement in Education shares that “no matter their income or background, students with involved parents are more likely to have higher grades and test scores, attend school regularly, have better social skills, show improved behavior and adapt well to school.”
Parental support and involvement can also benefit kids of all ages at a developmental level that extends beyond academics. “When a child can see that their parent(s) is supporting them, they are more likely to take risks and learn something new instead of staying inside the box,” says Ria Simon, early childhood educator and junior account specialist at HiMama.
Here is another article titled “How Parental Involvement in Education Helps Children in School” written by Jordan Nisbet October 06, 2021 for Prodigy.
Parental involvement in education is a cornerstone of a child’s upbringing.
Thirty years of research (and counting) has proven that parents who are involved with their child’s education is the best predictor of student success.
This family involvement is essential to students staying committed to their education – not only through a school year, but through the entire course of schooling. Research backs that this is true through any school district or education program.
In 1992, educator Armendia Dixon wrote: “Parental involvement, in almost any form, produces measurable gains in student achievement.” And it holds true today.
According to People for Education, an independent Canadian organization, both types of activities outlined above are crucial. However, research shows that students’ academic achievement and the presence of home-based activities are more closely linked than school-based activities.
What’s more, the National Center for Family & Community Connections with School found students with involved parents saw academic success regardless of income or background.This means parents should be especially intentional about getting involved in their child’s education.
The above articles describe the importance of parent involvement in schools. Your thoughts and comments are welcome, and as always, your suggestions are incorporated into blogs. Tomorrow’s blog will further explore reasons and barriers to parent involvement and offer solutions.