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EMPOWERING PARENTS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS

Each module in the Parent Academy is designed to provide parents with practical knowledge, skills, and resources to effectively interact with schools and teachers. By completing these modules, parents will gain confidence in their ability to actively engage in their child's education, fostering a positive and collaborative partnership with the school community.

  1. Introduction to Parent-School Collaboration: This module provides an overview of the importance of parent-school collaboration and the benefits it brings to students' education. It explores the roles and responsibilities of parents and teachers in supporting student success.

  2. Effective Communication with Teachers: This module focuses on enhancing communication skills between parents and teachers. It covers strategies for initiating and maintaining open lines of communication, including email etiquette, parent-teacher conferences, and effective ways to address concerns or ask questions.

  3. Understanding School Policies and Procedures: This module helps parents navigate the school system by providing a comprehensive understanding of school policies, procedures, and protocols. It covers topics such as attendance policies, grading systems, disciplinary procedures, and academic support resources available to students.

  4. Supporting Homework and Study Habits: This module offers practical tips and strategies for parents to support their child's homework and study habits. It provides guidance on creating a conducive study environment, establishing routines, managing time effectively, and promoting good study skills.

  5. Advocating for Your Child: This module empowers parents to advocate for their child's educational needs. It covers topics such as understanding individualized education plans (IEPs), requesting accommodations, addressing learning challenges, and accessing support services within the school system.

  6. Engaging in School Activities and Events: This module highlights the importance of parental involvement in school activities and events. It explores ways parents can actively engage in school life, such as volunteering, participating in parent-teacher associations, attending school functions, and supporting extracurricular activities.

  7. Navigating Special Education Services: This module focuses on supporting parents whose children receive special education services. It provides information on the evaluation process, understanding individualized education programs (IEPs), collaborating with special education teachers, and accessing community resources.

  8. Promoting Positive Behavior and Discipline: This module equips parents with effective strategies for promoting positive behavior and discipline at home and in school. It covers topics such as setting expectations, establishing routines, implementing discipline strategies, and fostering a positive learning environment.

  9. Preparing for Transitions and Assessments: This module helps parents navigate important transitions and assessments, such as transitioning to a new school level, standardized testing, college preparation, and career guidance. It provides resources and strategies to support their child during these pivotal stages.

  10. Cultural Awareness and Inclusion: This module emphasizes the importance of cultural awareness and inclusion in parent-school interactions. It explores promoting diversity, understanding different cultural perspectives, and fostering inclusive environments that celebrate the uniqueness of each student.

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