Parent Connection Blog
Why should I take an active role in my child’s education? According to experts, students with involved parents are more likely to:
- Earn higher grades and test scores, and enroll in higher-level program
- Be promoted, pass their classes and earn credits
- Attend school regularly
- Have better social skills, show improved behavior and adapt well to school
- Graduate and go on to post-secondary education 1
What are some easy ways that I can become more involved? We value your role as an active parent. In fact, Parent Involvement is one of the eight “Pillars” of Mosaica Education’s successful learning model. Listed below are some simple but effective ways for you to stay involved in your child’s education.
Paragon Nights – a Window into your Child’s Learning
Eight evenings a year, parents, family, and friends are invited to join us at the school for Paragon Nights. Each Paragon Night is a celebration of learning, marking the completion of a major unit of study. At Paragon Nights, students proudly present highlights of what they have learned, and you can witness and rejoice in your child’s educational accomplishments. We hope that you were able to attend your school’s first Paragon Night of the year and have marked your calendar for the next event. Be sure to attend, and enjoy the evening. You’ll see the pride learning is instilling in your child!
Tools for Supporting Education Day-to-Day
At the beginning of each five-week Paragon Unit, an informative Paragon Parent Letter and an inspiring set of Home Activities are sent home. These offer a quick overview of what is being taught, along with some helpful hints on how to extend your child’s learning outside the classroom. They also represent a chance for you to learn with your child. Few things are as rewarding and as good for children’s self-esteem as the opportunity to share the learning process with those they love.
Making the Most of Parent-Teacher Conferences
Paragon is powerful because it recognizes, cultivates, and celebrates the potential and success of each unique student. Mosaica schools build on this by ensuring that each student has a Personalized Student Achievement Plan (PSAP). Parent-teacher conferences are the ideal time to review your child’s PSAP. These conferences are scheduled at the end of each 10-week quarter, four times per year, and are a time to collaborate with your child’s teacher to help your child achieve his or her goals. As well as reviewing your child’s PSAP, you’ll also have the chance to share any concerns you may have, and to discuss ways to further spark your child’s academic achievement and love of learning. Come prepared to discuss what you view as the biggest successes and/or struggles you see your child experiencing.
The Door is Always Open
Paragon creates many opportunities for students to work collaboratively, and we believe that education works best when teachers, parents and students work together toward the same goals. You do not have to wait for a conference to talk to your child’s teacher. If you have a question, a concern, or just want to express appreciation for a job well-done, please get in touch. Your feedback is always appreciated!
Volunteer
You can also get involved by volunteering. Your school provides ample opportunities for family volunteers. From serving on the PTO, to fund raising or networking for community support for our school, to reading a story to your child’s class or assisting in the library, volunteering is a great way to help the school and to see learning in action. It’s also one more way that you can demonstrate to your child how much you value education!
Thank you for being an important part of Mosaica!
