Digital Tools for Family Engagement in Missouri Education
GrantID: 10692
Grant Funding Amount Low: $85,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $85,000
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Digital Tools for Family Engagement in Education in Missouri
In Missouri, educational disparities have been highlighted by recent studies indicating that students from lower-income families often experience significant disconnection from school activities and resources. Approximately 35% of families report a lack of effective communication from their child’s school, which contributes to a lack of family engagement and impacts student performance negatively. This trend is particularly concerning in rural areas, where access to educational support services is limited.
The families facing these challenges in Missouri often consist of low-income households, single-parent families, and communities with limited access to the internet. Many parents are unaware of their child's academic progress or available educational resources, leaving students at a disadvantage. As schools struggle to engage these families, the digital divide exacerbates educational inequalities further.
This initiative focuses on developing digital tools to enhance family engagement in Missouri schools. By providing resources that facilitate communication between schools and families, the program aims to create a bridge for parents to become more informed and involved in their children's education. Participants in the fellowship will work with school administrators, educators, and families to identify the specific needs and develop tools that directly address barriers to engagement.
Expected outcomes include a measurable increase in family participation in school-related activities and improved student performance metrics. In Missouri, enhancing family engagement is crucial not only for student success but also for fostering a supportive environment that encourages academic achievement. By leveraging technology to improve communication, the initiative also aims to reduce the educational disparities currently faced by many families.
Through thoughtful implementation of the digital tools and ongoing assessments, the initiative ensures that the solutions developed are effective and adapted to the unique challenges encountered in Missouri’s diverse educational landscape.
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