Topic: Family Engagement

Statewide Poll of Parents Reveals Dramatically Different Postsecondary Plans For Students Across Race and Income

newspaper November 16, 2023 by EdTrust

BOSTON (November 16, 2023) – As policymakers across the Commonwealth continue sharpening their focus on college and career readiness; a critical question remains: Do students and families, particularly those from historically…

A School Community That Engages Together, Stays Together

article-cropped August 31, 2023 by Augustus Mays

As every summer fades, the anticipation of a fresh academic year rises for educators, students, and their families across the country.  In certain states in the south, the school bells…

House passes Parents Bill of Rights Act, giving parents control of children’s education

newspaper March 28, 2023 by EdTrust

The U.S. House of Representatives on Friday passed the Parents Bill of Rights Act, which would grant parents more control over their children’s education. If the U.S. Senate also passes the legislation…

Statement on H.Res. 219 the Bill of Rights for Students and Parents

newspaper March 21, 2023 by EdTrust

WASHINGTON – Denise Forte, president and CEO of The Education Trust, released the following statement regarding H. Res. 219. the Bill of Rights for Students and Parents, sponsored by Rep.…

What Parents Really Want: Less Politicking & More Attention to Students’ Academic & Mental Health Needs

article-cropped March 21, 2023 by Lynn C. Jennings, Ph.D

The “parents rights” debate is an exercise in political bluster over substance. The recent introduction of the Parents Bill of Rights Act (HR 5) in the House of Representatives is…

Parental rights legislation without parental engagement is full of hot air and hidden motives

newspaper newspaper March 21, 2023 by Denise Forte

The parent-teacher bond is a partnership forged since the first schoolhouse opened its doors. Parents overwhelmingly love their child’s teachers, and teachers know that truly lifting the voices of parents can…

Strong Relationships are the Key to Understanding Students’ Experiences

article-cropped October 14, 2021 by Nancy Duchesneau

Everybody remembers their best teacher. Mine is Dr. M, my graduate advisor and forever mentor. She’s someone I felt I could turn to for support, both academic and personal, because…

Family Engagement is Key for Student Success During COVID-19 Recovery and Beyond

article-cropped April 19, 2021 by Marissa Alberty

“Ms. Alberty, you came to my house!” Whether they were in pre-K or middle school, my students always greeted me at their door with a mix of surprise and delight…

The Importance of Strong Relationships Between Teachers & Students

files March 17, 2021 by EdTrust, MDRC

Anxiety, stress, and in some cases, trauma are prevalent as we live through the COVID-19 pandemic. Students are facing…