Children performing below grade level in reading by third grade are 4 times more likely to drop out of college, live in poverty, and have increased incarceration.
— National Center for Family Learning
"Community schools can help improve attendance, reduce the dropout rate, and close the achievement gap."
— Phi Delta Kappan-professional educators journal
Parent involvement in education is crucial. No matter their income or background, students with involved parents are more likely to have, higher grades and test scores, attend school regularly, have better social skills, show improved behavior, and adapt well to school.
—National Coalition for Parent Involvement in education. 2006. Research Review and Resources. Retrieved September 16, 2011
