PTA Connects

Feb 2016 issue celebrates Family Engagement in Feb & all year long #PTA4Kids @CaliforniaPTA 

Decades of research prove family engagement is key to kids’ success in school – and in life. That’s why California State PTA is proudly taking part in National PTA's Take Your Family to School Week February 15 – 19.

• INVOLVEMENT MAKES A BIG DIFFERENCE – Research shows family engagement is the number-one factor in student success, so check out ways to get and stay engaged at school, at home -- even on the go!
• PARENT-TEACHER COMMUNICATION IS KEY -- Strong interaction, teamwork and partnership between families and teachers creates the optimal environment for student success. 
• PARENT-ADVOCACY OPPORTUNITIES ABOUND – New state laws and standards mean new opportunities for parents to get involved in the education process.

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Click image at left to read the issue in English or image at right for Spanish version