79% of parents say their kids get B’s or better.*
But, only 30% of students demonstrate proficiency or above in math and reading.**
Families want the full picture of how their child is doing in school
Here are three ways to team up with the teacher to support your child’s progress this year.
MAKE A PLAN with your child’s teacher.
Find out how to support learning at home and keep the conversation going throughout the year.
Protip:
Agree on the best way to stay in touch - whether by text, email, phone, or an app. Get 8 tips for having productive conversations with your child’s teacher.
ASK what your child should learn this year in reading and math – and if they’re on track.
Find out what your child is expected to learn in reading and math and how you can help at home.
Protip:
Ask for examples of what “grade level” work looks like and which specific skills are most important for you to support.
UNDERSTAND why attendance matters.
Every school day helps your child build reading, math, and lifelong skills.
Build the habit of good attendance from the early grades through high school. Talk with your child’s teacher about attendance and any challenges that may be getting in the way.
Protip:
Regularly attending school supports learning, relationships, and well-being. Stay in touch with your child’s teacher about attendance and ways to help your child stay on track.
Do you have questions about how to support your child’s learning and well-being?
Ask the new Learning Heroes Assistant, an AI-powered chatbot that gives you answers based on expert-vetted resources.
Why is it important to Go Beyond Grades? Hear from parents like you.
Did you Know?
Almost 9 in 10 parents think their kids are at or above grade level*. But only 30% of 8th graders nationally demonstrate proficiency or above in math and reading.**
Given grade level standards are inconsistent across states, NAEP "proficiency/above" offers a national standard representing "solid academic performance for the given grade level" which is what we aspire our students to be able to do.
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