Presenter(s)

• Benjamin Thom, Ed.S. Graduate Student, UW - La Crosse
• Robert Dixon, University of Wisconsin - La Crosse

Abstract

Parent engagement has been linked to increased academic achievement, high school completion rates, social/emotional well-being, and many other benefits. Academic socialization is a form of parent engagement where parents communicate the importance of education and plans for the future with their child. This study examined which motivators (i.e., personal motivators, parent perceptions of invitations or demands, or parental resources) predict differences in academic socialization among high school parents. Parents were also asked to describe what their school does well, barriers, and their needs. Parental perceptions of invitations or demands were most influential, followed by parental resources, indicating areas of focus.