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Parent resources: Help my child succeed in school 

To help your child succeed, parents must provide the foundation upon which all learning is built.  Research shows that family involvement in education can make a difference. Your involvement will help them grow into good citizens who live a life of purpose.

 

How can you help? Here are a variety of useful tips and resources.

 

High school orientation

Help your child prepare for high school before school starts. View the dates for this year’s high school orientation at chooseyourfuture.org.

 

24 tips for parents to follow
From reading together to participating in field trips, discover how parents can get involved and ensure their child's success.

 

Reading lists
Students are required to read a minimum of 25 books each year. View the CPS reading list by grade level.

 

Parent reading tips
Learn a variety of ways to help improve your child’s reading success.

 

External resources
Links to useful web sites for parents with students at every grade level.

 


Learn about the criteria for student promotion and graduation.

 

Prepare for the first day
Ensure your child is off to a good start the first day with these tips.

 

School essentials
Here’s a list of basic school supplies that every student should have to complete assignments and perform well in class.