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Tuesday, November 15, 2011

New Models for Family Engagement | LFA: Join The Conversation - Public School Insights

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New Models for Family Engagement

As part of American Education Week, today is Parents Day, spotlighting the importance of parental involvement in education. Schools across the country invite parents into the classroom to experience firsthand what a day is like for their child.

Of course, schools shouldn’t wait until Parents Day to engage families in their child’s education. Research has shown that family engagement in, or support of, learning leads to better