Transcript National Dropout Prevention Center for Student Disabilities “Building for the Future” May 12-14, 2009 Charlotte, North Carolina.

National Dropout Prevention
Center for Student Disabilities
“Building for the Future”
May 12-14, 2009
Charlotte, North Carolina
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Presented By:
Mary Lindsey, Ph.D.
Florida State HIPPY Director
University of South Florida
Richard Briscoe, Ph.D.
Department of Child and Family Studies
University of South Florida
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K-12 Strategies for Keeping
Parents Connected and
Engaged
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Purpose
The purpose of this workshop is to
discuss how to create an environment
that supports the parent in his/her
role in preventing students from
dropping out of school.
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Strategy # 1
Community Resources for Teachers and Parents
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Neighborhood Solutions
Neighborhood Pride
Neighborhood Organizations
Power of the Church
Family Networks
Education Valued
Source: Briscoe & McClain, 2000
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Strategy # 2
Collaboration with teachers and
others
• Teachers
• Principal
• Friends
• Ministers
• Parents
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Strategy # 3
Communication With Teachers and Parents
Listening
Listening
Listening
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"These education policies will open the doors of opportunity
for our children. But it is up to us to ensure they walk
through them. In the end, there is no program or policy
that can substitute for a mother or father who will attend
those parent-teacher conferences, or help with homework
after dinner, or turn off the TV, put away the video games,
and read to their child. I speak to you not just as a
President, but as a father when I say that responsibility
for our children’s education must begin at home.“
- President Barrack Obama
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PARENT POWER!!!!
Parent Involvement
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The Preschool Years
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Early Intervention for
Dropout Prevention
Home Instruction for Parents of
Preschool Youngsters
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Early Literacy
Development
Goal: Child is successfully reading by the third
grade
• Direct teaching (one-on-one teaching at
least four times a week for 25-45
minutes with trained tutors)
• Active participation
• Structured activities
• Monitoring progress
Source: Whitehurst & Lonigan. Handbook of Early Literacy
Development, 2001.
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Parent Involvement in
Early Literacy Programs
Parent Strategies:
• Read aloud to their child and discuss the
stories.
• Encourage your child to practice writing
and counting.
• Appreciate and encourage verbal
interaction between yourself and your
child.
Source: Northwest Regional Educational Laboratory
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Parent Involvement
Outcomes
• Gain confidence in their role, monitor and direct
children’s educational experiences in the home.
• Become familiar with child development concepts
• Increase their communication skills, parenting,
organization and time management
• Become more involved in school and community
activities
• Improve parent-child and family relationships
Source: Northwest Regional Educational Laboratory
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Parent Involvement in Literacy Activities
Reading to their Children
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HIPPY
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< $25,000
Reading Three or More Times a
Week
Source: 2004 HIPPY Parent Telephone Interview Study
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Parent Involvement in Literacy Activities
Taught Child Letters, Words, or Numbers
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HIPPY
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<$25,000
Source: 2004 HIPPY Parent Telephone Interview Study
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Child’s Pre-Academic Skills
Reading On Their Own
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< $25,000
Source: 2004 HIPPY Parent Telephone Interview Study
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HIPPY Mathematics Results
Percent of Students Scoring at Level 3 and Above
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Source: Sarasota YMCA, 2007
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Parent Involvement in
Middle School Years
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Emphasis on Education
• Set High Expectations
• Monitor Attendance, Homework, Test
Scores, Grades
• Attend Special Transition and
Orientation Sessions
• Provide a Home Environment where
Education is Important
Source: National Dropout Prevention Center/Network Newsletter, 2008
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Middle School Continued
• Participate in School Functions for
Fun and Educational Purposes
• Volunteer in the School as Much as
Possible
• Show an Interest in School Policies
• Talk with your Child about what
Happens at School Every day
Source: National Dropout Prevention Center/Network Newsletter, 2008
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Parent and Child Activities
National Achievers Society
Source: Hillsborough County Center of Excellence, 1986
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Parent and Child Activities
After School Enrichment Programs
Source: Hillsborough County Center of Excellence, 1986
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Parent and Child Activities
Summer Programs
Source: Hillsborough County Center of Excellence, 1986
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Parent Involvement in
High School Years
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Emphasis on Graduation
• Continue to be involved in their children’s
education as they enter high school – this
is no time to slack off
• Educate children about the importance of
the 9th grade transition
• Intervene if child is under pressure (peer
pressure) or is being treated unfairly
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Emphasis on Graduation
• Prepare children for change to larger
environment, different teaching
styles, course selection, and set
goals for their future
• Set high expectations, chart
progress, attendance, homework,
test scores, and friends
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Emphasis on Graduation
• Review the policies and procedures for
your child’s school
• Monitor out of school activities and
friends
• Observe the behaviors and attitudes
of your child and seek out tutoring,
mentoring, and counseling
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Male Involvement in
Education of their Children
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Dropout Prevention
Strategies for Fathers
• Provide opportunities for fathers to
use skills in educational activities at
school
• Schedule special times with child on a
weekly basis
• Attend school functions with the
entire family
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Dropout Prevention
Strategies for Fathers
•Provide opportunities for fathers
to develop and increase their peer
support network e.g. minister,
uncle, principal, friend
Goals
•Ask fathers to participate in
activities that they have some
passion and/or prior experience
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10 Ways To Be
A Better Dad
Respect Your Children's Mother
One of the best things a father can do for his children is to respect their mother.
If you are married, keep your marriage strong and vital. If you're not married, it
is still important to respect and support the mother of your children. A father and
mother who respect each other, and let their children know it, provide a secure
environment for them. When children see their parents respecting each other,
they are more likely to feel that they are also accepted and respected.
Spend Time with Your Children
How a father spends his time tells his children what's important to him. If you
always seem to busy for your children, they will feel neglected no matter what you
say. Treasuring children often means sacrificing other things, but it is essential to
spend time with your children. Kids grow up so quickly. Missed opportunities are
forever lost.
Source: www.fatherhood.org
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10 Ways To Be
A Better Dad
Earn the Right to Be Heard
All too often the only time a father speaks to his children is when they have
done something wrong. That's why so many children cringe when their mother
says, "Your father wants to talk with you." Begin talking with your kids when
they are very young so that difficult subjects will be easier to handle as they
get older. Take time and listen to their ideas and problems.
Discipline with Love
All children need guidance and discipline, not as punishment, but to set
reasonable limits. Remind your children of the consequences of their actions and
provide meaningful rewards for desirable behavior. Fathers who discipline in a
calm and fair manner show love for their children.
Source: www.fatherhood.org
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10 Ways To Be
A Better Dad
Be a Role Model
Fathers are role models to their kids whether they realize it or not. A girl who
spends time with a loving father grows up knowing she deserves to be treated
with respect by boys, and what to look for in a husband. Fathers can teach sons
what is important in life by demonstrating honesty, humility and responsibility.
"All the world's a stage..." and a father plays one of the most vital roles.
Be a Teacher
Too many fathers think teaching is something others do. But a father who teaches
his children about right and wrong, and encourages them to do their best, will see
his children make good choices. Involved fathers use everyday examples to help
their children learn the basic lessons of life.
Source: www.fatherhood.org
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10 Ways To Be
A Better Dad
Eat Together as a Family
Sharing a meal together (breakfast, lunch or dinner) can be an important part of
healthy family life. In addition to providing some structure in a busy day, it gives kids
the chance to talk about what they are doing and want to do. It is also a good time
for fathers to listen and give advice. Most importantly, it is a time for families to be
together each day.
Read to Your Children
In a world where television often dominates the lives of children, it is important that
fathers make the effort to read to their children. Children learn best by doing and
reading, as well as seeing and hearing. Begin reading to your children when they are
very young. When they are older encourage them to read on their own. Instilling your
children with a love for reading is one of the best ways to ensure they will have a
lifetime of personal and career growth.
Source: www.fatherhood.org
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10 Ways To Be
A Better Dad
Show Affection
Children need the security that comes from knowing they are wanted, accepted
and loved by their family. Parents, especially fathers, need to feel both
comfortable and willing to hug their children. Showing affection everyday is the
best way to let your children know that you love them.
Realize that a Father's Job Is Never Done
Even after children are grown and ready to leave home, they will still look to
their fathers for wisdom and advice. Whether it's continued schooling, a new job
or a wedding, fathers continue to play an essential part in the lives of their
children as they grow and, perhaps, marry and build their own families.
Source: www.fatherhood.org
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More than 79% of Americans feel "the
most significant family or social problem
facing America is the physical absence of
the father from the home." Research
shows that the lack of a father in the
home correlates closely with crime,
educational and emotional problems,
teenage pregnancy, and drug and alcohol
abuse.
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Research Shows…
In an effort to show dads the critical role
they play in their children's lives, the Ad
Council has partnered with the National
Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse and
volunteer ad agency Campbell-Ewald to
create a new PSA campaign that
communicates to fathers that their
presence is essential to their children's
well-being. The campaign provides fathers
with the information they need to become
better dads.
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YAY! My child graduated
from high school!
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T H A N K
Y O U !
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