Neighbors, who otherwise might never meet, begin relationships and the community is strengthened. The community feels more connected to the schools. There is more support for public schools. The 74th Texas State Legislature rewrote the Texas Education Code so that many references to parent involvment were included. Parents may contact their local school district's office for the complete text of SB1, the Texas Education Code rewrite.
Parents can play a very positive role in the education of their children.
By working together with the schools, parents can have an even greater influence. They can encourage their children to excel, build self-esteem, and reinforce skills being taught through the schools. Clearly, not every parent can volunteer in the classroom, go on field trips, or attend evening meetings. Take an active interest in your child's schooling and let your child know how much you care about learning. Find out what happened at school each day and how your child felt about it.