parent involvement improve students’ reading and math skills

PARENT INVOLVEMENT IMPROVE STUDENTS’ READING

AND MATH SKILLS

Success comes with parent, teacher, and student collaboration

Veyis Er Lamar University – EDLD 5326

TEST RESULTS

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THE FACTS

Students success rate on state tests are below state standards, especially in core subjects which are reading and math. Unfortunately, if they don’t have strong reading skills, they can’t achieve the standards in other subject areas because of the fact that all subjects require strong reading skills and linked to reading. . All these data show that the students need intensive and comprehensive reading and math tutoring programs.

% Total Performance Calculation for 2012-13 Reading Math Writing Science SS

2012 61% 56% 72% 71% 77%2013 60% 63% 71% 78% 81%

Mentors Make a Difference

There are not enough English Language Art and Math teachers for effective tutoring. Since there are not enough teachers, the school needs volunteer parents to help tutoring, to offer reading and math club activities. Other community members are also welcome to help in this matter.

STRATEGIES

• Parent Workshops : Effective motivation and software students use on daily basis.

• School Newsletter and Wednesday Mail: Bimonthly newsletters and biweekly Wednesday mails will be emailed to all parents and published on the school website.

• Reading & Math Clubs: Volunteer parents will offer clubs to strengthen our students’ reading and math skills.

STRATEGIES AND FUND

• Library Time: Volunteer parents will also help librarian to organize and help students at their library period.

• Fund-raising: PTO will arrange fund-raising activities to purchase necessary materials. Local businesses will be visited.

GOAL

The ultimate goal is increasing student achievement through parent communication and support. Training for parents would be made available to allow for better methods for working with students.

HOW YOU CAN HELP

Get involved• Join the committee to make a difference • Volunteer to be a mentor

Spread the word• Know some who would make a great mentor• Having a business willing to a make contribution