parent involvement
[/ˈpɛrənt ɪnˈvɑlvmənt/]
noun phrase
envolvimento dos pais
1. The active participation and engagement of parents in their children's education, school activities, and development
Parent involvement in school activities has been shown to improve student performance.
O envolvimento dos pais em atividades escolares demonstrou melhorar o desempenho dos alunos.
2. The level of commitment parents show through attendance at school events, communication with teachers, and support of learning at home
The school encourages parent involvement through regular conferences and volunteer opportunities.
A escola incentiva o envolvimento dos pais por meio de conferências regulares e oportunidades de voluntariado.
3. Parental engagement in monitoring homework, attending school meetings, and participating in educational decisions
High parent involvement correlates with better academic outcomes.
Alto envolvimento dos pais se correlaciona com melhores resultados acadêmicos.
Parent involvement is a cornerstone of American education philosophy, with schools actively seeking parental participation through PTAs, volunteering, and home learning support. In Brazil, while the concept is increasingly emphasized in modern educational institutions, cultural attitudes toward parent involvement may vary, with some schools being more traditional in their approach. The term 'envolvimento dos pais' has become more prevalent in Brazilian educational discourse with growing focus on family-school partnerships and collaborative learning environments.
Related Idioms & Phrases
go the extra mile for one's child's education
be hands-on with a child's schooling
stay invested in one's child's future
keep tabs on one's child's progress
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