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School Connections
Children succeed best in school when teachers, parents, and children work together. 
Developing a parent-teacher partnership with open communication is essential to a child's learning — and both parents and teachers are responsible for making this happen.
Parents and other family members need to be involved in their children's literacy development throughout their school years. Schools recognize the importance of parent involvement in students' progress and are increasingly encouraging parents to play a more active role. Parents who work closely with classroom teachers also help build a sense of community from which the children can learn.
 Try one of the suggestions below or search the database of activity ideas.
- Oh, D-E-A-R!
The next time you hear a young voice say, "Oh, D-E-A-R!" you'll know that's the cue to "Drop Everything and Read." The TV and stereo are off, no phone calls are taken, and there are no interruptions. Read more...
- Story Objects
A book scavenger hunt will offer reluctant readers an incentive to finish a book and speed readers an incentive to slow down and pay attention to details. Read more...
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Look for more resources organized by your child's age group:
 0-4
5-8
9-12
13 & Up
Whole Family
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National Coalition for Parent Involvement in Education
