Publicación de Families In Schools

The Research Team of the Centre of Child amd Family Science, EdUHK presented a study focusing the roles of executive functioning (EF) and cumulative family risks in explaining preschool children's school readiness during the COVID-19 pandemic. The cumulative family risks included socioeconomic status (SES), home literacy environment (HLE), children's health risk, and familial risk of dyslexia. Participants were 955 K1 children (Mage = 3.53 years, SD = 0.41, nfemale = 46.60%) and their parents from Hong Kong, China. Parents completed a survey package, which measured children's school readiness, EF skills, and family risk factors of SES, HLE, child's health, and familial risk of dyslexia. Hierarchical regression analysis, controlling for children's age and gender, was performed to test the unique contributions of EF and family risks to school readiness. Results showed that in addition to the vital role of EF, the risks of HLE and children's health were negatively associated with school readiness. The interactions between EF and family risks further highlighted the importance of the familial risk of dyslexia in the association between EF and school readiness. Children at higher familial risk of dyslexia suffer from weakened EF skills in support of school readiness. Findings of this study yield practical information indicating the importance of EF and HLE (i.e., access to books, book-reading frequency) on school readiness. These results also shed light on the necessity of developing family literacy and EF interventions to promote home literacy practices and children's EF skills, respectively, especially when traditional schooling is unavailable. Many thanks to my post-doctoral fellows and research assistants for their help and contributions to this project funded by General Research Council.

The National School Choice Awareness Foundation’s January 2–4, 2024, survey of 2,595 U.S. parents reveals that in a post-pandemic world, U.S. parents increasingly see school choice as a “new normal.” 🎒 Parents considering new schools for their children is up 35% from 2022. 72% of surveyed parents said they’d considered new schools in the last year, as opposed to 52% just two years ago. Demand for school choice surged last year. In 2023, 20 states expanded #schoolchoice and parents want in.

As we continue to navigate the challenges posed by the pandemic, it's essential to address the significant impact on our children's education. This article by The New York Times sheds light on the extent of learning loss many children have experienced. For 25 years, Raising a Reader has been committed to supporting educators and those working with young children and their families through our evidence-based programs. Here are just four ways we help address learning loss:  *Building Early Literacy Skills: Encouraging regular reading habits, fundamental in developing strong literacy skills from an early age.  *Fostering Family Engagement: Involving families in the reading process, creating a supportive home environment that reinforces learning.  *Expanding Access to Diverse Books: Ensuring that children have access to a variety of books that reflect their experiences and cultures, making reading more relatable and enjoyable.  *Supporting Social-Emotional Development: Focusing on literacy and the emotional well-being of children, helping them to cope with the stresses of learning in a post-pandemic world.  Together, we can help our children recover from learning loss and set them on a path to academic success. https://lnkd.in/gZqqrCUY     #RadicalCollaboration #StrongerTogether #EarlyLiteracy #RaisingaReader #LearningRecovery 

"The positive outcomes associated with family engagement in schools read like a wish list: higher GPAs, better attendance, lower dropout rates, fewer retentions and special education placements, higher levels of social skills, increased abilities to self-regulate behavior, and—most relevant to the Literacy Lens—increased literacy." Ashley Sheppard explores strategies and resources to engage families and communities to build a collaborative literacy culture schoolwide. #FamilyEngagement #LiteracyPrograms #Education #Partnerships #ReadingSkills https://bit.ly/46ZPDD4

"The positive outcomes associated with family engagement in schools read like a wish list: higher GPAs, better attendance, lower dropout rates, fewer retentions and special education placements, higher levels of social skills, increased abilities to self-regulate behavior, and—most relevant to the Literacy Lens—increased literacy." Ashley Sheppard explores strategies and resources to engage families and communities to build a collaborative literacy culture schoolwide. #FamilyEngagement #LiteracyPrograms #Education #Partnerships #ReadingSkills https://bit.ly/46ZPDD4

"The positive outcomes associated with family engagement in schools read like a wish list: higher GPAs, better attendance, lower dropout rates, fewer retentions and special education placements, higher levels of social skills, increased abilities to self-regulate behavior, and—most relevant to the Literacy Lens—increased literacy." Ashley Sheppard explores strategies and resources to engage families and communities to build a collaborative literacy culture schoolwide. #FamilyEngagement #LiteracyPrograms #Education #Partnerships #ReadingSkills https://bit.ly/46ZPDD4

"The positive outcomes associated with family engagement in schools read like a wish list: higher GPAs, better attendance, lower dropout rates, fewer retentions and special education placements, higher levels of social skills, increased abilities to self-regulate behavior, and—most relevant to the Literacy Lens—increased literacy." Ashley Sheppard explores strategies and resources to engage families and communities to build a collaborative literacy culture schoolwide. #FamilyEngagement #LiteracyPrograms #Education #Partnerships #ReadingSkills https://bit.ly/46ZPDD4

"The positive outcomes associated with family engagement in schools read like a wish list: higher GPAs, better attendance, lower dropout rates, fewer retentions and special education placements, higher levels of social skills, increased abilities to self-regulate behavior, and—most relevant to the Literacy Lens—increased literacy." Ashley Sheppard explores strategies and resources to engage families and communities to build a collaborative literacy culture schoolwide. #FamilyEngagement #LiteracyPrograms #Education #Partnerships #ReadingSkills https://bit.ly/46ZPDD4

Reminder to everyone especially teachers .. This month as our older kids results are announced make sure you don’t only focus on the school toppers but you also show attention to the kids who did the extra work - The kids whose days didn’t end with the final bell, the kids whose breaks didn’t follow a school calendar. The kids who spend their evenings being shuttled to speech, or PT, or OT or remedial classes. The kids whose schedules include services and therapies, on top of everything else. The kids who needed extra help and support. The kids who struggled to overcome barriers—whether physical, mental, or was emotional. The kids who didn’t follow the typical schedules, hit the expected milestones, take the traditional path. The kids who needed different strategies and tools to help them learn. The kids who learn and not able to retain information due to brain fog and anxiety. The kids who keep trying and trying but the brain isn’t willing to process the information. The kids who struggle in reading and writing and have difficulties with spellings. These kids worked so hard, too. They’re tired, too, even if their success seem smaller or maybe even completely unnoticeable to most at this particular time. There likely won’t be any awards for them at this point of the year, or special recognition for how far they’ve come. But take it from me—they worked SO dang hard. Don’t forget to acknowledge their efforts. Because what might be a small hurdle on the track for most kids, could be a Herculean task for a kid who has to try 10 times harder just to make it to the starting line. These kids might not excel in traditional ways, but there’s nothing unexceptional about them. Because they work harder for every win, and they don’t take a single bit of it granted. These are few of the kids out there working just as hard for that “C grade” as the other kids do for that “A grade ” Let’s be careful with the words we choose or the way we behave. It can break or build the child’s confidence. There are thousands of neurodivergent children struggling in mainstream schools because the environment is not suited to their needs. They also often fail to be placed in special educational needs schools as they fail to meet the required criteria for access. This creates an 'educational limbo' and means there are thousands of children not given a fair chance to meet their full potential. This gap needs to be closed and a support structure created. So,teachers when the kids come to school to collect their mark sheets your coworkers are crowded around the bubbly, highest achieving students, that have all the chords, and were in all the clubs, YOU make a point to find that student that rarely spoke, struggled with your class, back bencher and hit them with the most inspirational words you can pull out of the well. Because that student has just climbed their Everest. Your words can motivate that one child today to do well in life. - Joy

Empowering Parents for Active Involvement in Education! Education is a journey, and parents, play a crucial role in shaping the path their children take. However, many parents often feel excluded and undervalued in their children's schools, leaving them disconnected from their children’s educational experiences. But it's time to change that! I firmly believe that parents have a vital role to play when it comes to their children's education. By creating a safe and inclusive space for parents to share, connect, and voice out their concerns and experiences, we can foster a strong partnership between parents, teachers, and schools. Let Us work together to: Empowering Parents: Empower parents by providing them with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to actively participate in their children's educational journey. When parents feel valued and supported, they become powerful advocates for quality education. Strengthening Parent-School Partnerships: The power of collaboration! Fostering open communication, active listening, and mutual respect between parents, teachers, and schools, can create a positive impact on their children's learning experience. Building a Supportive Community: A strong community is the backbone of any successful initiative. Through workshops, support groups, and networking, we can build a supportive network where parents can connect, share experiences, and learn from each other. Together, let's capacitate parents to play an active role in their children's education, ensuring a brighter and more prosperous future for the next generation. Let's empower ourselves and our children to reach their fullest potential! #EducationMatters #EmpoweringParents #ParentEngagement #EducationCommunity#PartnershipInEducation #EducationAdvocacy.