Date Approved
12-7-2023
Graduate Degree Type
Project
Degree Name
Education-Instruction and Curriculum: Elementary Education (M.Ed.)
Degree Program
College of Education
First Advisor
Sherie Klee
Academic Year
2023/2024
Abstract
According to research, the lack of parent involvement in elementary schools can have long-term effects on things like student engagement and overall academic success. This issue becomes more prevalent in high needs, low SES schools as parents face more difficulties and obstacles when trying to be involved. This project uses Joyce Epstein’s framework and related research to develop interventions meant to increase and encourage parent involvement in different ways. There will be a focus on family-school partnerships and communication, parent workshops, and school-based involvement opportunities. Through the implementation of this project, it is hoped that parent engagement increases and student’s academic performance benefits as a result.
ScholarWorks Citation
Koessel, Abbey, "Parent Involvement in Elementary Schools" (2023). Culminating Experience Projects. 394.
https://scholarworks.gvsu.edu/gradprojects/394
