Date of Award
8-2022
Degree Type
Education Specialist
Degree Name
Education Specialist
Department
Education, Leadership and Public Service
Program
Educational Administration: Administration and Supervision (MAE)
First Advisor/Chairperson
Bethney Bergh, PhD
Abstract
This qualitative, phenomenological research study was designed to gain an understanding of the experiences of parents of elementary school children receiving Title 1 services with a specific focus on parent-school communication and involvement. This study includes information gleaned from six interviews with parents of elementary students receiving Title 1 services from three separate elementary schools within the Northern Lakes School district (pseudonym), located in the Upper Midwest. Participant responses revealed the following themes:
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Parental expectation of responsive two-way communication
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Preference for frequent communication regarding student learning and progress
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Communication to inform home-based school involvement
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Parent interviews allow for reflection and making sense of experience
The study’s findings could allow educators to improve parent communication and involvement plans that will be more accommodating to the needs of parents.
Recommended Citation
Muscoe, Holly B., "Understanding Parent-School Communication and Involvement of Children Receiving Title 1 Services" (2022). All NMU Master's Theses. 717.
https://commons.nmu.edu/theses/717
Access Type
Open Access