About National African-American Parent Involvement Day
on September 13th, 2006 at 3:01 amWHAT IS NAAPID?
NAAPID is a national call to action to get parents, particularly those of children of African American descent, more involved in their educational lives. It is expected that this national observation will open up dialogue among teachers, parents, and students, which will lead to a more conducive learning environment for African -American students from kindergarten through college.
WHY NAAPID?
NAAPID’s call to action is designed to address the serious achievement gap facing African American students, who continue to lag behind other ethnic and minority groups. With the many failures of African- American students in our schools, colleges and universities, something must be done to retain and support them through to successful graduation. Research also shows that the more that parents are involved in the educational lives of their children, the greater their academic success. Therefore, NAAPID is making a concerted effort to get more parents involved in this win/win endeavor that will only be of benefit to all stake holders.
WHEN IS NAAPID?
The second Monday in February annually throughout the nation — during Black History Month. The impact of this national action day will result in ongoing benefits, throughout the school year, toward a goal of educational excellence for African American students.
WHERE IS NAAPID?
The NAAPID call to action will take place in local school districts, at neighborhood schools, and at colleges and universities throughout the nation. (link to website)
