Ohio Department of Education Families

Family involvement strengthens student learning and improves academic achievement. Students with active family support have better attendance, pass more classes and earn more credits resulting in higher grade point averages and higher test scores. As a result, they are more likely to continue their education beyond high school and learn social and behavioral skills that help them at home, at school and throughout life.

Through the Web links below, learn about what children are expected to know and be able to do, how they are tested and how to assist them at home. By getting actively involved in learning, parents can help their children attain future success.