Field Research
What is a Comprehensive Approach to Student Supports?
The attached brief conveys our perspective of what does and doesn’t constitute a comprehensive approach - from the School Mental Health Project/ Center for Mental Health in Schools UCLA Dept. of Psychology
Two hot new parent involvement research papers | 2007
The term "parent involvement" can mean many things. Learn what it is and what it is not. We have two new papers that will help you be a better parent, school, or agency.
Fatherless America: Many studies prove the need for men in the family | 2006
The question of the role of fathers has been studied reluctantly but persistently over the last 15 years, and the results are in. A good father in a cohesive family is one of the most important factors in the mental and social health of children.
Experiential Learning Contributions of Kurt Lewin | 2006
Families and Schools Together believes strongly in experiential learning. Knowledge is needed to support behavior changes; but real change requires acquiring habits and creating an environment in which relationships guide our choices. At FST, we use interactive processes to set the stage for making better choices and creating lasting changes in the ways parents manage their families.
Parent Child Bond | 2004
The Parent-Child Bond is the key relationship that enables kids to succeed in life. research suggests that many parents can relax if they learn how to develop strong, lasting family bonds
Parent Involvement Research at NWREL | 2005
Parent Involvement has many facets, including: Parent child interaction. Unfortunately, when schools look for interaction, volunteering, and parental assistance, the same parents always show up. There is a group of hard-to-reach parents that need help connecting to the school and creating accountability structures for their kids and for their families.
National Evaluation of Family Support Programs | 2001
Meta-analysis of a variety of family support programs indicates that: Early prevention in a child's development yields best results...
From Darkness to Light | 1994
From Darkness to Light:Teens Write About How They Triumphed Over Trouble
