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Research in the areas of parent involvement indicates that parent participation is one of the greatest indicators of student success. Read what the experts say:
* “Parent involvement provides valuable resources in terms of volunteer time and contributes to increased support for the school.”
* Studies found that the academic achievement of low-income students in particular seemed to vary directly with the degree of parent involvement.”
* “Effective parent involvement correlates with students’ earning higher grades and test scores.” (National Institute of Education)
* “Those schools that favor involvement of parents outperform schools with little parent involvement.”
* “On the basis of children’s achievement and the overall quality of the school, those schools that have long-lasting and comprehensive parent programs are more effective than those without such programs.”