In to Learn Sponsor a drop-in tutoring center in the school building. The center would house reference materials, a computer or two, and various study tools such as required reading lists, test study planners, and so forth. Hours would be posted outside the center, and should include some time before and after the regular school day. Parent University Sponsor a parent university, and develop a workshop series that focuses on key issues in adolescence. Offer the series on videotapes for parents who can not attend the sessions, or provide highlights from the series in the school newsletter, school website, or on a school hotline.
Many parents arrive early to drop off students at their athletic events and school performances.
These informal gatherings help parents get to know each other and better monitor their children s after-school and social activities. Any student showing a valid school I.D. and paying a minimal entrance fee is welcome. The fee helps cover the cost of the DJ at this drug and alcohol-free event. Parents and staff chaperone and serve the refreshments. This type of informal gathering can help keep lines of communication open between the school and community and keeps the community informed of upcoming school activities and school board decisions.