HOME-SCHOOL PARTNERSHIPS

CHILDREN WHO STRUGGLE WITH LITERACY

The purpose of this research paper was to determine if home- school partnerships support children who struggle with literacy. A review of the literature on this topic provided evidence that parents are interested in their children's education and their involvement does help to resolve literacy problems. Since home school partnerships result in increased parental involvement, they are considered to be supportive of children with literacy problems. Additionally it was concluded that the school needs to take responsibility for the creation of this partnership. Findings implied that teacher training may be necessary to further the development of optimal relationships between parents and teachers.

While levels of achievement are not always empirically correlated with parental involvement, research consistently demonstrates the importance of parental commitment in their child's education (Finn 1998; Lazar and Slostad 1999). This research paper investigated the efficacy of home-school partnerships for the support of children who struggle with literacy. Since literacy continues to be a topic of concern, and studies show that effort is required to maximize parental interest in education, an investigation into the efficacy of home school partnerships for support of childhood learning was warranted (Cassidy and Wenrich 1999; Lazar and Slostad 1999).

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believe that they are able to help their children. It is concluded that further understanding of the parent's role and overcoming assumptions about parent involvement are necessary to promote collaboration between the parent and teacher (Lazar and Slostad). Standing (1999) reports on an obstacle that appears to be overlooked by many. A common family structure includes that of the single parent. The best intentions may be impossible to meet for the parent whose time and resources are devoted to physical needs for sustenance of the child, leaving little to no reservoir of either for additional classroom support (p. 53). The author conducted research with 28 low income, lone mothers, aged early 20 to mid-forty. Findings showed that all of the mothers were involved in their children's schooling and all wanted the most possible for their child. However, most were in opposition to demands of the school since they did not have the time or resources to comply to set standards. This group of parents required teachers to consider additional variables such as race, social structure, family structure, and economic factors before embarking on a home school partnership (Standing). What Parents Around the World Want. A 1998 survey
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Approximate Word count = 5206
Approximate Pages = 21 (250 words per page)

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