Parent Involvement / Overview

According to Dr. Karen Mapp, "Parent participation is the leading predictor that supports students' academic success, regardless of family race, socioeconomic status, ethnicity, or cultural background." Click title below to access Parent's Guide to Student Success.

Family & Community Engagement Resources

Parent's Guide to Student Success

DESA invites you to participate in your child's education. The following are opportunities for you to get involved at DESA. If you have an idea that isn't listed or want more information please contact Mrs. Streeter at (972) 794-3950.

Join PTSA & attend meetings

SBDM

Attend Literacy Nights

Campus Volunteers (weekly)

Career Day

Fall Carnival

Book Fair (December & spring)

School Field Trips

Glen Rose Camp Out (spring)

Environmental Science Center (fall and spring)

City of Dallas Public Works & Transportation

Perot Museum of Nature and Science

Partners in Education

How Can Parents Help Their Children

U.S. Department of Education | Helping Your Child Series | My Child’s Academic Success
http://www2.ed.gov/parents/academic/help/hyc.html

National Education Association Parent Partnership Resources
http://www.nea.org/home/52836.htm

Reading is Fundamental: Literacy Resources
http://www.rif.org/us/literacy-resources/articles/44-proven-ideas-parents-can-use-to-help-their-children-do-better-in-school.htm

SchoolFamily.com
http://www.schoolfamily.com/

Harvard Family Research Project
http://www.hfrp.org/family-involvement/publications-resources/how-busy-parents-can-help-their-children-learn-and-develop

How Can Parents Help Their Children