Parent UTurn Parents Gathering and Sharing 父掉头父母收集和共享.pptVIP

Parent U-TurnParents Gathering and Sharing Information for Quality Schooling Who are we? And why are we here? Mary Johnson Emma Street Toimicia Deffebaugh Angelita Andrade Valerie Mu?oz Mary Johnson Parent, Leader, Activist, Politician I want to improve my skills as a woman organizer in a male dominated field. I want to become a better advocate for the kids in our community. I want to empower parents for students’ rights. Emma Street Parent, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Activist I hope to leave a legacy behind for future generations. Toimicia Deffeeaugh Parent, Activist I want to help parents get involved in their children’s education. I want to give children positive guidance. Angelita Andrade Parent, Activist I want to walk my children through the journey of their education and show them that I care about their future. I won’t lose the faith before we make changes. Valerie Mu?oz Parent, Activist I have many children going to public school and it worries me that they won’t be prepared for their future. I won’t give up until I see a good change. Problem/Issue/Question South High has many problems that need to be addressed by administrators, parents and community members. These problems include low test scores, low attendance, low teacher/child ratio, and a low percentage of teachers with credentials. Also, parent voices are not heard at South High. How do the conditions of LA schools affect students academically and socially? How can we change our community in order to promote a safe and effective educational environment for all students? Methods Surveys Parent observation check-list Observations Interviews with Principals Focus Groups Talked to parents at home schools Sample Survey Question Do you think your student is receiving an education based on state standards? Findings: Do you think your student is receiving an education based on state standards?Yes = 34 No = 44 Don’t Know = 22 Sample Survey Questions Does your child’s school inf