This article examines parent involvement (PI) as a ritual system using Turner's concept of root paradigms. Through a twofold analysis, I argue that the highly ritualized nature of PI practices creates ...

Parental involvement has been a top priority for school leaders for decades, and research shows that it can make a major difference in student outcomes. But a parents’ rights movement that has ...

I have been a member of a local school board since my daughters, now 11th-graders, were in second grade. In that time, I have been involved in education policy discussions at the local, state and ...

Developing collaborations between families and schools to promote academic success has a long-standing basis in research and is the focus of numerous programs and policies. We outline some of the ...

Success in school can carry over to successful experiences later in life. That underscores the benefits of developing skills in the classroom. Students learn in their own way, and at times there may ...

Eating disorders have a profound impact on psychosocial functioning and physical health. Therefore, they must be treated early and effectively to avoid long-lasting negative and, sometimes, ...

Being a parent is a big responsibility, and parent involvement is crucial. Even though your child is just in elementary school, you want to put them on a path that’s going to ensure they’re always as ...

Parents working long hours provide less homework help, and this reduced support is linked with weaker reading comprehension in children. The study reveals that parental stress exacerbates this pattern ...

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