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Questions to Ask Your Kids After "How was your day?"


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All parents want their children to be successful and research indicates that their involvement makes a difference.  Staying "in touch" with your child's  school day will communicate that you care and keep you informed about day to day events.

So What



This booklet contains questions that are intended to start conversations that will strengthen family connections and support school success.

Now What



Browse through this booklet and select questions that are most appropriate for you and for the age of your child. Or, consider asking your child to select a question from the book for both of you to answer.
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Essential Learnings

  1. Programs and Interventions that engage families in supporting their children’s learning at home are linked to higher student achievement.
  2. The continuity of family involvement at home appears to have a protective effect on children as they progress through our complex education system
  3. Families of all cultural backgrounds, education, and income levels encourage their children, talk with them about school...
  4. Effective programs to engage families and community embrace a philosophy of partnership...

Grades

unchecked checkbox Birth to 5
checked checkbox Elementary
checked checkbox Middle School
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