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Download full textCaplan, Judith G. – 1995
High levels of parent involvement in their children's education result in higher student achievement; higher attendance levels; a decline in dropout rates; fewer disciplinary problems; and better student motivation, self-esteem, and behavior. Since unacknowledged parents withdraw from the school, schools should acknowledge parent participation. To…
Descriptors: Educational Strategies, Elementary Secondary Education, Parent Participation, Parent School Relationship
Walter, Katie E.; Caplan, Judith G.; McElvain, Carol K. – 2000
After-school programs provide an important educational setting for an increasing number of children and have been viewed as a way to help solve school problems, reduce drug use, and prevent violence and youth crime. This toolkit is designed to help school-based after-school program staff plan and make decisions in six critical areas: (1)…
Descriptors: After School Education, After School Programs, Budgeting, Cooperation
