Building children’s potential – A capability investment strategy
There is much science that adversity impacts the way the brains of children develop, and can lead to ongoing cognitive inhibitions throughout life, robbing the child of the opportunity to reach their potential. This policy brief was developed on the cusp of the COVID-19 crisis and in the wake of drought, flood, and fire disasters. […]
The Parent Engagement Implementation Guide
We know that parent and family engagement matters – 50 years of research evidence tells us that when parents and families engage in their children’s learning we see positive impacts on student achievement and wellbeing outcomes. However, there is still a gap in how this translates to effective practice in schools and school communities. So […]
Please just say you’re proud of me: Perspectives of young people on parent engagement and doing well at school
ARACY’s report Please just say you’re proud of me: Perspectives of Young People on Parent Engagement and Doing Well at School is based on consultations with nearly 100 Australian students in years 10 and 12. As part of the study, students were asked what they would like to hear and see in the ideal parent, carer or […]
