Parent involvement is key to academic improvement - LA Daily News:
"Yet, the type of parent involvement that is desperately needed from all parents, and is the most difficult to obtain, is the type that takes active and daily personal interest in one's own child's performance with regard to both academic achievement and social behavior.
Involved parents make sure their children's daily attendance and punctuality is excellent. They supervise homework and make sure it's returned on time. They promptly respond to contacts by teachers and other school personnel. They regularly show up for scheduled parent conferences.
Involved parents let their children know, in no uncertain terms, that they are united with the school in their dedication to help their children grow and benefit from their time in school."
Teachers' depression, anxiety and stress at three times the national norm
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Nine out of 10 Australian teachers are experiencing severe stress, and
nearly 70% say their workload is unmanageable, says UNSW Sydney research.
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