This week we would like to discuss parent involvement at Rockdale Intermediate School.
There have been many studies done over several decades on the subject of student success as it relates to parental involvement in the educational process.
There are many benefits that can be observed in students with parents who are closely involved with their studies and school life.
Studies show that children tend to reach higher levels of achievement regardless of racial background, socioeconomic status, or parental education level.
These students have better grades, attendance, and complete their homework consistently.
They tend to have a positive attitude about school in general and more self-esteem which lends itself to better conduct and productivity.
All of these things are what every parent wants for their child but how does one participate in the process in a way that achieves these results especially during these strange COVID times?
There are a lot of ways to get involved which will make your student feel that education is important and that you care about achieving success inside the home.
Doing a nightly homework check is a great way to show your student that you are interested in what they have done at school earlier in the day.
Reading with your child and completing their reading log results in some great quality time where you can get lost in a story together. Just talking to your child about what they are learning this week makes them feel that it is important.
There are also some great ways to be involved at the campus level as well.
Each semester we have a Family Night and we would love it if every parent and student could participate.
Our iTigers program has been working very hard on our event for the spring.
Reading Under the Stars Literacy Night Family Engagement Series is set for this week and volunteers are ready to go.
These volunteers will read stories to our kiddos and their families and lead activities to engage them in learning. On April 8, we will be reading with 10 athletes and two coaches from Huston Tillotson University.
This will be a great way for families to get involved and enjoy an evening together.
Finally, communicating with your child’s teacher is one of the best ways to get involved. Send an email, make a phone call or send a text to your child’s teacher to find more ways to support your child in their pursuit of excellence.
The faculty at RIS thoroughly enjoys working with our student body.
A strong parent/teacher and especially parent/child communication link with regard to education results in success in all cases. It only improves their education.
Contact the office at your child’s campus for more opportunities to get involved.
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