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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Can I just throw in there, that non High SES parents can be involved and provide resources as well.  The original question, as pointed out was very off-putting.  Yes, you can make a significant impact on the school by bringing in resources, but the school won't change if you come in and act as if you are better able to help than those with less disposable income.  Middle class and lower income parents may also have time to contribute and will surely have useful talents. [b] It becomes a matter of outreach and engagement, which will have to be your first step if you really want to make a difference[/b].  [/quote]

Nah, neither actually equate to any real results.

Many parents are very aware of the school and needs but simply can't be engaged for various reasons. Lower income parents aren't always going to be working your standard 9-5 job or they work more than one job, or they simply focus on other activities.  A lot of the lower income parents are pretty young and still very wrapped up in themselves and their own social lives.

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