Parent Teacher Association Parental involvement is the key ingredient in attaining a quality education for children. Success in school really does begin at home. A parent's attitude about school is the most powerful influence on a child's school success. Learning comes easier when parents are positively involved and a child's progress is rapid when parents and teachers work together. Just as children benefit from support at home, they also benefit when parents contribute their time and energy at school. Joining the PTA and volunteering in school can make a big difference. Each school has a PTA unit made up of volunteers working for the benefit of all children. The strong support and positive energy displayed by parents and teachers have been the driving force in making Northshore schools the best in the state. Year after year, Northshore PTAs are recognized for their outstanding newsletters, programs and contributions to children within their schools and community. Local PTAs regularly sweep state awards because of parents who regularly contribute their individual service. The Northshore PTAs have a reputation for strong leadership within the community and within the school district. PTAs provide a wide variety of programs and activities to enhance student learning, encourage parent involvement, and promote shared decision-making. While involvement in the PTA is important and vital to the success of our schools, not everyone can participate at the same level. Some of the best ways parents can be involved with their child's success are to:
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