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Parent Voice

Being in Tune With Your Kids and Their School

By: Russell J. Quaglia, Kristine Fox, Deborah Young

Find the voice to guide and advocate for your child using an age appropriate model that allows for differences in personality, disposition, and supporting players.

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Grade Level: PreK-12
ISBN: 9781506360102
Published By: Corwin
Year: 2017
Page Count: 152
Publication date: October 03, 2017

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Find your best voice to inspire your child to reach their aspirations.

With no single or right formula to teach, reassure, or help a child, no precise age gauge for first experiences, and blurry lines between clear, obvious, and gut decisions, how can a parent know what is best or right in the course of their child’s education?

Parent Voice applies thought, experience, and a developmental model for parents to follow that allows for differences in personalities, dispositions, and supporting players.

Real musings give real-life examples of parents positively influencing their child’s education
Reflection questions encourage engagement and application
Action items offer guides for each stage of a child’s development

Be the guide and advocate your child needs by finding your best parent voice.

"Parent Voice describes how to handle difficult situations with the “Listen, Learn, Lead” structure, and also offers solutions to prevent them in the first place. This book teaches parents how to use their voices in effective ways and how to give their children voice."
Karen L. Tichy, Ed.D., Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership
Saint Louis University, St. Louis, MO

Author(s)

Russell J. Quaglia

Dr. Russell J. Quaglia is a globally recognized pioneer in the field of education, known for his unwavering dedication to student voice and aspirations. Dr. Quaglia has been described by news media as America's foremost authority on the development and achievement of student voice and aspirations. His innovative work is evidenced by an extensive library of research-based publications, prominent international speaking appearances, and a successfully growing list of aspirations ventures.

Among these ventures, Dr. Quaglia authored the School Voice suite of surveys, including Student Voice, Teacher Voice, Parent Voice, and iKnow My Class. His recent book, Student Voice: The Instrument of Change published by Corwin is already receiving international acclaim.

In addition to founding and leading the Quaglia Institute for Student Aspirations, Dr. Quaglia also founded and currently chairs the Aspirations Academies Trust, a sponsor of primary and secondary academies in England built upon his aspirations research. Most recently he has founded the Teacher Voice and Aspirations International Center, dedicated to amplifying the voice of teachers in order for them to realize their aspirations and reach their fullest potential.

Dr. Quaglia earned his bachelor's degree at Assumption College, a masters degree in economics from Boston College, and master of education and doctorate degrees from Columbia University, specializing in the area of organizational theory and behavior. He has been awarded numerous honorary doctorates in humanitarian services for his dedication to students. Dr. Quaglia's work has also led him to serve on several national and international committees, reflecting his passion for ensuring that students' and teacehers’ voices are always heard, honored, and acted upon.

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Kristine Fox

Dr. Kristine Fox is a Senior Field Specialist/Research Associate for the Quaglia Institute for Student Aspirations. Dr. Fox received her doctorate from The University of Maine in Educational Leader, Ed.M from Harvard University and B.A. from The University of Michigan. She co-authored with Dr. Quaglia 8 Conditions that Make a Difference and has been published Educational Leadership, American School Board Journal, ASCD Express and Principal Magazine. For over a decade she has worked diligently with students, teachers, and administrators to incorporate student voice as a fundamental necessity in school improvement efforts. Dr. Fox has worked directly with all types of school districts including Toronto, Canada, urban districts in Ohio, rural districts in Alabama, Monterrey, Mexico, and several schools throughout England. As a qualitative researcher, she continually conducts focus groups with students and teachers to better understand the current status of voice in schools. Dr. Fox has a passion for working with teachers and administrators to improve the teaching and learning environment for all learners. Dr. Fox previously was a K-8 administrator and 6-12 teacher.

Deborah Young

Table of Contents

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

ABOUT THE AUTHORS

NOTE FROM DR. Q

INTRODUCTION: BE THE PARENT YOU WANT TO BE . . . AND THE PARENT YOUR CHILDREN DESERVE!

1. NOISE OR VOICE?

The New Language

The Responsibility of Voice

Mom’s Musings on Voice

Dad’s Deliberations on Voice

Tuning Into Your Own Voice

Now Hear This!

2. LISTEN: HEARING THE RIGHT NOTES

Listening Matters

Keys to Effective Listening

Mom’s Musings on Listening

Dad’s Deliberations on Listening

Listening: Take Action

Listening Through the Years

In Their Own Words: Advice on Listening, From Children to Parents

Listening for Life

3. LEARN: GETTING IN RHYTHM

Learning Matters

Mindful Learning

Learning and Interests

Speaking Their Language

Shared Adventures

Keys to Sincere Learning

Mom’s Musings on Learning

Dad’s Deliberations on Learning

Learning: Take Action

Learning Through the Years

Our Learning From Parents and Children

Never Stop Learning

4. LEAD: WORKING IN HARMONY WITH YOUR CHILD AND SCHOOL

Leading Matters

Digging Deeper

Developing Partnerships

Shared Goals

Keys to Leading Successfully

Proactive Voice at School

Mom’s Musings on Leading

Dad’s Deliberations on Leading

Leading: Take Action

Leading Through the Years

Our Learning About Leading

We Are All in This Together

5. STAYING IN TUNE WITH YOUR CHILD AND SCHOOL

Accept and Respect the Fact That Your Children Have Different Perspectives Than You

Parents Need and Deserve a Meaningful Role in School

Parenting Should Be a Priority, All the Time

Be Intentional

Be Yourself

INDEX

Reviews

"Parents often struggle to find the right way to use their own voice in supporting, nurturing, and advocating for their children at home and at school. This book provides important wisdom from experienced educators that incorporates deep knowledge of children’s needs and development to help parents listen to their children, learn from them, and lead them towards becoming self-reliant adults."

Gerald Aungst, K-4 Gifted Teacher, Cheltenham, PA
Cheltenham Elementary School

"Parent Voice opens up a good dialogue between parents and educators that can facilitate better communication."

Leslie Standerfer, High School Principal
Estrella Foothills High School, Goodyear, AZ

"Parent Voice describes how to handle difficult situations with the “Listen, Learn, Lead” structure, and also offers solutions to prevent them in the first place. This book teaches parents how to use their voices in effective ways and how to give their children voice."

Karen L. Tichy, Ed.D., Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership
Saint Louis University, St. Louis, MO

"Russ Quaglia has written a must-read Parent Voice book for every parent looking for a better understanding of positive interaction with their children, creating a better level of mutual collaboration for their own benefit. Any parent should treasure this book due to the fact of providing key information and another avenue to become reflective, introspective and better observant with their children."

Lucien Ghanem (MSHRM), Former PTSO President
Universal American School, Dubai, UAE

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