One of the first steps toward successful parent involvement in schools is participation in school orientation sessions and open house activities traditionally held near the start of the school ear.  Parents (including school board members), can get an important understanding of what expectations a teacher has for a child and how the parent can support a child's learning experience.

  Schools continually seek volunteers.  There are roles to play for everyone.

  Parents reading to children make a difference in primary grades.  Businesses offering mentors or internship experiences supplement lessons from the classrooms.

  School Quality Councils utilize parent and business representatives to help make decisions regarding programs and operations.  Parent/Education Groups help coordinate extra programs and services to children.  Contact your local school for more information on volunteer opportunities.