After taking a course in college on building home-school-community relationships and reading numerous research articles on the benefits of family engagement in children's education,Mr.Larkins,a first-year teacher at Jefferson Middle School,wants to develop genuine family partnerships with his students' families.He knows the process will require a lot of time and effort on his part,but he believes it will be worth it.What benefits does Mr.Larkins hope to see for himself,his students,and their families as a result of his family engagement efforts?

higher student grades and test scores decreased likelihood of failing courses/repeating grades better student attendance greater likelihood students will graduate from high school better social skills fewer negative student behavior reports students who like school more positive family attitudes about teacher and school increased willingness/ability on family's part to help child with learning at home increased understanding of children's growth/development,parenting skills,and school structure/programs increased school safety increased likelihood of meeting federal/state accountability standards increased family participation in school and community issues/initiatives