August 2, 2023 Issue, Page 7 of 16

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August 2, 2023 1B Elk City * Western Oklahoma Christian School « Merritt - Canute + Sayre What parents can do to be more involved at school Parents can make every effort to encourage sions typically are up for vote, and parents can Attend school events children to make the most of the school expe- run for school board positions or simply attend Families can make it a point to support stu- rience, including academics and extracurricular meetings each month and let their voices be dents in all endeavors. Whenever the opportu- activities. Though students’ level of engagement heard about various issues. nity to visit the school comes up - whether for a is ultimately up to them, parental involvement Attend open houses and conferences concert, sports game, trivia night, or fundraiser at school can be crucial for students’ success. Parents can make every effort to get to know - parents can make an effort to attend. According to the National Education Council, teachers and other staff. Putting faces to names Volunteer when parents get involved in their children’s can help parents develop a connection to teach- When parents want to be involved even fur- education, those children are more likely to ers and vice versa. Most schools have back to do better in school and be more positive aboutschool nights, meet the coaches opportunities, ther, they can head committees at school or volunteer with the PTA or PTO. They also can the school experience. They also may be well- open houses, and parent-teacher conferences. behaved. Parents wondering what they can do Parents can take part in these events. help out in the cafeteria, library or in the main to assist at the school level can consider these Open lines of communication office. Parents who have particular skills may possibilities. Parents can ask teachers and other staff how volunteer to provide tutoring or mentoring as Attend school board meetings they prefer to communicate. Some teachers needed. Furthermore, parents can volunteer Many community school boards are com- want students to take the lead and reach out in school-sanctioned extracurriculars, such as prised entirely of volunteers who work with su- first, with parents providing support if need be. Scouts BSA or as sports coaches. perintendents and other personnel to advocate Adults can be responsive when teachers reach Involvement in school is part of being an in- for policies and procedures for students. Deci- out. formed and supportive parent. Come check us out after school! nay % off oil change for teachers for 25% the whole month of August! awe KAMP GRAY + HOMEOF: > KAMP KIDS CLOTHING CO. LITTLE GRAY & CO. 212 W BROADWAY AVE. ELK CITY, OK 73644 316 N. Eastern Ave, Elk City. 580-303-4598 Touchless Automatic 8 Self-Serve Carwash rs: Tuesday - Friday 10:30 - 5:30 We Know your school year is full of new adventures and exciting events! 580-799-3864 Robbie Allen 580-821-1908 602 W. Third St. Elk City, OK 73644 ‘One of the largest metal Elk City, OK 73644 suppliers between www.janningwelding.com www.westernokrealty.com OKC and Amarillo