1. Who supports parentinvolvement?- Supporting parent involvement is important inprograms such as ECEAP and Head Start, which setout to provide long-lasting aids for early learning.-These programs support the idea of collaboration.Establishing mutual trust and respect with parentsis essential when providing information andresources regarding their childrens education.-When you get to know parents and gain theirrespect, you are better able to recognize eachfamilys strengths and needs, and will be better ableto assess what you can do for their child.QuickTime and adecompressorare needed to see this picture.QuickTime and adecompressorare needed to see this picture.

2. Where can parents go for support?http://www.wsaheadstarteceap.com/parent_resources.htmlResources for Family Involvement:Department of Early Learning-Parents who become involved with their childrens education, may becomeadvocates for early learning and/or parent involvement in grade school andlater education.-- Parents who are new to the idea of being involved in their childseducation, can receive help from other parents, as well as educators.Parent-Teacher Associationshttp://www.wastatepta.org/-The P.T.A. gives parents the opportunity towork with schools, communities, and otherparents.--Provides a place for parents and educatorsto voice opinions on involvement.QuickTime and adecompressorare needed to see this picture.QuickTime and adecompressorare needed to see this picture. 3. Resources for Educators:http://www2.ed.gov/teachers/become/about/survivalguide/parent.htmlTeachers need help, too!-The U.S. Department of Education assists new teachers inconnecting with parents, and how to take extra steps tobecome a part of the learning community outside of theclassroom.-Networking with other teachers is probably the best wayto gain insight on parent-teacher interaction. You canlearn from their experiences, and share your own.http://www.parentinvolvementmatters.org/resources/programs.htmQuickTime and adecompressorare needed to see this picture.QuickTime and adecompressorare needed to see this picture.