Parents Have Power

Parents have power over any school district in which their children attend a school with their vote. Many don’t know the strength of their power or how to wield it, but in the coming weeks and months, the path for parents to take will be explained here.

Before the journey begins, research how parents have historically, determined how their school districts operate. When parents get involved with the function of a school district, in a positive way, learning improves, and test scores rise. However, if the involvement is construed as negative, everyone suffers, and no one wins.

An example of positive interactions between parents and a school district can lead to improved relationships between students and teachers, and the community in general. When parents get involved in organizations designed to engage others in volunteerism, fundraisers, and selecting the right person to oversee a district, there is less confusion and more productivity. When parents bring issues, they have been unable to resolve with a principal or superintendent, the school board should be informed in a public meeting, and if the issue is not resolved with the school board, legal intervention may be necessary. Parents should have documentation as to everything they have attempted to do to resolve the issue on the local level. When parents unite, they have power, and they should learn how to use.