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Role of Parents in STEM education

call for greater parental role

The question is, "what can parents do to get their children more interested in science/math education"?

For some time the alarm has been sounded that our schools are failing to provide the kind of rigorous education in science and math needed to produce graduates ready to meet workforce demand of the 21st century marketplace.

Of the 20 fastest growing occupations projected for the next decade, 15 of them will require substantial science or math preparation. The challenge for Atlanta area parents is to ensure that all students develop an appreciation for and mastery of science subjects and to convince our school boards and elected officials to prioritize STEM education. While lapses in ethical behavior and funding priorities command the media and our attention, the answer to the question is, yes.

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Parents should remain engaged and use active persuasion and explore all options when getting our children on the proper educational path.

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