PRINTER'S NO. 1291
THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF PENNSYLVANIA
SENATE RESOLUTION
No.
230
Session of
2017
INTRODUCED BY DINNIMAN, OCTOBER 24, 2017
INTRODUCED AND ADOPTED, OCTOBER 24, 2017
A RESOLUTION
Designating November 16, 2017, as "Parent Involvement Day" in
Pennsylvania.
WHEREAS, Children are one of Pennsylvania's most vital and
valuable resources; and
WHEREAS, Education is one of the foundations of our society
and it provides the opportunity for children to reach the
highest levels of achievement and to live productive lives; and
WHEREAS, Parents are their children's first and most
influential teachers, and all parents and families have hopes
and goals for their children; and
WHEREAS, Parental involvement in their children's learning
prior to school entrance is essential for school readiness; and
WHEREAS, Parental involvement in children's education is a
determining factor in children's academic success; and
WHEREAS, When parents work with schools supported by
communities in shared partnerships, children become lifelong
learners and community contributors; and
WHEREAS, The Commonwealth recognizes the important role that
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