For Parents

Working hand in hand, school staff, families, communities, and policymakers share responsibility for a child’s education. This page offers information and resources to build a strong bond between home and school.

Parent Tips

• ABC's: Activities Benefit Children
• Academics and Activities
• Bus safety:  We all play a role
• Dealing with Discipline
• The early years: How families can help
• Home alone: You're in charge
• Homework: It can help
• How to help your child learn more 
• Paying for college: Keep your child's options open 
• The School Team: Working together for your child 
• The Small Screen: Setting rules for TV, computers and video games 
• Studying more productively 

Parent/Teacher Conferences

Conferences are essential to share information about children and to build a stronger bond between school and home. Here are some thoughts to help you prepare for your conference:

Building Self Esteem

 Here are some strategies on building your child's self-esteem.

• Build a Sense of Security
• Build a Sense of Identity
• Build a Sense of Belonging 
• Build a Sense of Purpose
• Build a Sense of Competence
• Self-esteem Checklist
• Essential Elements of Self-Esteem: Part 1
• Essential Elements of Self-Esteem: Part 2

Homework  

Printable Worksheets

Websites for Parents  

• About Our Kids.org
• American Academy of Pediatrics
• Buddy Project
• Child and Family Web Guide
• The Children’s Partnership
• Connect For Kids
• Ethan's Bookshelf - Inspiring Lifelong Readers
• Family Education Network
• Family.com
• Kids Count
• Learningpeace.com
• National Education Association - Parents
• National Parent Information Network
• National PTA
• New Jersey After 3
• New Jersey PTA
• Parenting.com
• The Parent Report  
• Parents’ Place
• The Parents' Circle
• PTA Central
• State of NJ Department of Children and Families

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