For+Parents!

Parental involvement in early literacy learning is one of the most important determining factors of a child's later success with reading and writing. Below you can find links to helpful sites, information, and files which will aide you as you help your child learn to acquire early literacy skills!

//This is a grassroots organization founded in 1998, as an independent district-wide voice.//
 * __[|Parents For Public Schools: Syracuse Chapter]__**

The Goals of this organization are to: – promote community awareness of educational issues – create partnerships within our community to support public education – advocate independently and with other local organizations for the needs of our students –challenge our elected officials to find new ways to work together to build stronger schools.

//One of the best things you can ever do as a Parent is to teach your child how to read! Everyone needs some advice now and then about how to ensure they are providing the best literacy instruction possible for their child.//
 * [|A Parent's Guide to Helping Your Child Learn to Read]**

//Teaching yourself how to read in a new language is no easy task. Here are some helpful tips and resources for spanish-speaking parents with regards to teaching their children how to read.//
 * [|Reading Tips for Spanish-Speaking Parents]**


 * [|Make Sure Your Child Is Reading All Summer Long]**
 * //Don't let your child go the whole summer without reading!!!//**

//This website that provides valuable information about parenting in general,// but it also has a great resource section for parents.
 * [|Family Support America]**


 * [|Parent Resources]**