An NSTA Position Statement Parent Involvement in Science Education T he National Science Teachers Association strongly advocates parent involvement in science education.
Parents play an essential role in the success of students in schools.
Parents who encourage the daily use of science concepts and process skills enhance their child's ability to learn the skills necessary for success. Seeing science everywhere. Science is a powerful way of looking at the world. Parents can help their child feel the excitement of observation and discovery. They can promote growth in thinking and problem-solving abilities.