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Help Your Child to Succeed in School

"Opt out of public schools." This phrase appeared in the article about school choice and ways to get help with tuition. Unless the public schools in your community are truly horrible (and for me, that would mean riddled with violence, poor teachers and/or drugs), or there are special circumstances with your child, why spend money for an education when your tax dollars are providing one for you right in your community? The best way to ensure your child gets a good education is to be an involved parent. This doesn't cost a dime, just time and effort. Volunteer in the classroom, join parent-teacher groups, run for the school board, attend meetings, join a special projects committee or volunteer to help out in the office or cafeteria. Many studies show a strong correlation between parent involvement and a child's success in school. (Ascher, 1988; Hickman, Greenwood, & Miller, 1995; Rhine, 1981).
Kathy

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