November is Parental Involvement in Education Month

According to the FLDOE (Florida Department of Education) site November is Parental Involvement in Education Month.

It's November and I'm a parent so let's get involved.  From that page...

The following are just a few suggestions of the many ways you can be involved with your child's education:

• Contact your child's teacher early in the school year and maintain communication throughout the school year.
• Participate in parent/teacher conferences.
• Ask the teacher what your child is learning and how you can support this at home.
• Talk with your child daily about homework, classroom activities, and events.
• Learn about school policies and expectations so you can help your child understand them.
• Make efforts to stay informed of school and classroom events.
• Model behaviors and attitudes you expect from your child.
• Encourage and nurture your child's creativity.
• Be proactive in making the school aware of your support for your child's education.
• Talk with your employer about flex time so you can participate in school activities.
• Establish a daily family routine.
• Monitor out of school activities.
• Model the value of learning, self-discipline, and hard work.
• Express high, but realistic expectations for achievement.
• Encourage your child's development/progress in school.
• Encourage reading, writing, and discussions among family members.
• Be positive when talking with your child about school related activities.

We'll come back to all that at a later time. 

I have a child in the Marion County FL public school system.  Maybe you do too, or maybe you are an employee of Marion County Public Schools, or even a taxpayer who is  curious about what you're getting for your money.  There will be something here for you as well.  I promise.