1. What does the research say about grades, attendance, standardized test scores, and “on track” metrics?
2. How can parents and families…
- Learn about this work in their school?
- Find grades, attendance, and on-track data for their Chicago Public Schools?
- Collaborate with teachers and leaders for students’ success?
Family playbooks offer key info, data and research to help parents & caregivers make informed decisions and take action on important topics.
Research shows that grades and attendance from pre-K—12th grade are the most important ingredients for students’ success in and after high school.
Parents and families can understand if and how their school is helping students have high attendance and grades—and can provide their own support, too.
It takes a village to help students achieve high attendance and grades. And families are essential partners to schools in this effort.
Puede leer este playbook en español aquí.
Key Findings
- Attendance matters because it affects students’ academic skills, grades, and likelihood of high school and college graduation.
- Grades are typically the best predictors of students’ learning and long-term outcomes, including college enrollment and college degree completion.
- Standardized tests can help identify needed, extra supports for students.
- “On-track” indicators help educators ask key questions and build stronger, more supportive relationships with students.
