“ The true test of civilization is not the census, nor the size of cities, nor the properties, but the kind of people the country turns out, which solely depends on the kind of leadership we have at the school level.” –Ralph Waldo Emerson
The child is one of the most important asset and gift of God to mankind. The first training ground of the child starts at home. Consequently, every member of the family should do his part and strive to make the home a wholesome and harmonious place as its atmosphere and conditions will greatly influence the child’s development. Attachment to the home strong family ties and good discipline should be encouraged for the child’s success. Development of the child can be influenced by the people around him like his parents, peers, friends and other siblings. He can also be affected depending on what kind of society he is living, discipline and training that is inculcated to him.
The existence of the Parent-Teachers Association has proven to be the potential instrument in the solution of many school problems when parents talk often with teachers and become involved in the school. There are many ways that parents and teachers can communicate with each other rather than relying on the scheduled teacher conferences. Close communication between teachers and parents can help students for better learning condition. And so, this organization is considered as the best partner of the school improvement.
There are four levels of Parent-Teacher Association meeting:
- 1.Homeroom PTA Meeting
To identify and discuss issues and their possible solutions concerning the children with their class advisers after the Periodical Test Form 138 shall be issued to parents during the Homeroom PTA Meeting and confer with parents regarding children, who need special attention and help in their academic performance and other classroom activities
2. Year Level PTA Meeting.
All Homeroom PTA Presidents shall convene and discuss issues that cropped up during the Homeroom PTA meetings once in every grading period.
3. School PTA Meeting.
Board of Directors shall convene to thresh out unsolved problems and issues identified during the Year Level PTA Meetings one week before the conduct of the general assembly.
4. General Assembly.
Once in every quarter to deal with issues and school concerns accordingly.
By: John R. Quiroz Head | Teacher-III | Limay National High School
