Parent Involvement and Communication

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One of the keys to student success and achievement is parent involvement. Research shows that students with involved parents score better on tests, earn higher grades, are more likely to attend classes and graduate, and are more likely to go on to postsecondary education. PTA provides many tools to encourage parent involvement. Among the tools are resources on communicating with teachers and schools. As you prepare for the back-to-school season, review the advice in the resources below to get the year off to a good start.

You can also find resources and ideas in PTA's Great Idea Bank, an online community of parents and PTA leaders sharing ideas on parenting, being involved in PTA, working with schools, and more. In addition, PTA will be publishing a family resource for dealing with tough economic times toward the end of June. Please check back or cost saving tips and advice on managing your money and time for the benefit of your children.

Parent Guides

10 Ways Parents Can Foster Positive Relationships With Teachers
Tips for communicating more effectively with your children's teachers

Tips on Getting Involved in School
A look at some of the obstacles to becoming more actively involved in schools and ways to overcome them.

ABC's of Male Involvement
Step-by-step method for encouraging men to get more involved in school activities.

PTA Publications & Presentations

100 Ways to Help Your Child and School Succeed
Parent involvement tips brochure (English version)

100 Maneras de Ayudar a su Hijo y su Escuela a Tener Exito
Spanish version

100 Formas para Ajudar a sua Criança a Ser Bem Sucedida na Escola
Portuguese version

Third Party Resources

PTA Three for Me: A Family Involvement Program

PTA Great Idea Bank

Share money-saving tips, ideas on how to be a more involved parent, fun activities to share with your kids, ways to communicate with your child's school and more.

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