For this Friday Focus, and with the holiday season among us, I would like to zone in on the importance of parental involvement. From many articles I have read and with collaborating with many peers, I have found that research has shown that students with parents that are involved with the school and at home have fewer behavior problems and better academic performance. To go even farther with this, a parent that is involved in the home adds even more value to a child's life.
I love this article, Fatherhood, by former NFL football coach Tony Dungy. Although this article is directed at Dads, I still feel that the more involvement we have in the home by either a Mom or Dad only benefits our youth today. Here are my "take-away's" from the article:
- Old English proverb "One Father is more than a hundred schoolmasters."
- Be there for your children.
- A parent present in the home can model proper behavior.
- Children need positive emotional stimulation from parents - especially Fathers.
- Make it a priority to do the following with your child - have dinner, attend their activities, tuck them in at bedtime.
- Always try to be actively involved in the household and be unified as parents when doing this.
- Let your child know they are your number one priority.
- Find a way to maximize your family time. (Dungy gave up golf)
- Because our time is so limited, it's even more precious - to them and to you.
- Continue to evaluate the time you spend with family every year.
So as we transition into the holiday season, click on the link above and read the article by Tony Dungy. This time of season is the perfect time and opportunity to start a new trend..... to enjoy family and fellowship. I hope you have a joyous holiday season!
Mr. Townsend
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