Learning is a continuous process that involves the home as well as the school. Children need to see a relationship between the classroom learning experience and their lives out of school.

     It is important for students to develop sound study habits at an early age. Children benefit greatly from the knowledge that parents are interested in and supportive of their education. The following are general guidelines for parental involvement in children’s education:

1. Keep informed of your child’s progress by:

• taking time each day to talk with your child about school
• communicating with teachers regularly
• scheduling classroom visits
• volunteering time for the school in the classroom, at school, or at home
• attending parent conferences, Open House, and other school activities.

2. Help your child develop good study habits by:

• establishing a regular routine for completion of homework
• providing a quiet time and place for study
• offering encouragement and help in completing assignments as needed
• maintaining a positive manner about your child’s school.

3. Develop attitudes that encourage learning by:

• taking educational trips to pursue individual interests
• providing books, newspapers, and magazines
• encouraging your child to pursue reading and writing for pleasure
• using television and computers in educationally appropriate ways
• visiting and utilizing the public library.