They are quite willing to share these with you. Pamphlets from organizations such as the New Jersey Education Association , the National Parent Teacher Association , the United States Department of Education and the National Education Association are frequently made available to parents at no cost.
Topics are varied and can range from discipline to latchkey issues, from TV viewing to homework.
Many other districts buy programs from various parent research centers. Parent Resource Centers are frequently mentioned as an effective way to share books, videos, audio tapes, games, magazines and other resources. These are sometimes funded by boards of education, the Parent Teacher Association, or through grants and donations. At Memorial School, donations to the Parent Resource Center are made in honor of celebrations and other special events. Parents originally established a committee to work with the principal and staff members to preview and recommend purchases.