Parent Education

Studies continue to show that regardless of the economic, ethnic, or cultural background, parent involvement in a child’s education is a major factor in determining success in school.

Steps to a Healthier Minnesota
The Steps to a HealthierUS five-year cooperative agreement program funds States, cities, and tribal entities to implement chronic disease prevention efforts focused on reducing the burden of diabetes, overweight, obesity, and asthma and addressing three related risk factors: physical inactivity, poor nutrition, and tobacco use.

Visit the Steps to a Healthier Minnesota website for more information!

Ready or Not Writing Program - Online Essay Submission Program
The Ready or Not Writing Program invites Minnesota high school students to submit their essays to college English instructors for diagnosis, feedback, and support. After registering for the site, students are able to login to the site, submit their essays, and access reader ratings and feedback.

College Career Life Planning (CCLP)
The National Education Empowerment Foundation (NEEF), a non-proft organization, has developed College Career Life Planning to help parents help their children make informed education/career choices. It acts as a free, virtual career consultant.

Internet Online Safety
Qwest Communications is helping families stay safer on the Internet Online Safety, One Family at a Time

Success Happens When Parents Become Involved

More than 85 studies attest to the benefits of family members participating in their children’s education and lives.

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No Child Left Behind Consumer Guide to Healthy Toys American Heart Association