Cobb schools reconsiders controversial parent engagement proposal
The Cobb school board member who wanted to boost parental involvement by penalizing students has switched tactics. His new proposal offers rewards for parents instead.
The school board voted down David Morgan's first proposal in January. That would have barred Pebblebrook High School students from extracurricular activities if their parents don't attend meetings with teachers and act more "engaged" in their children's academic work.
Morgan said it would help boost academic achievement at Pebblebrook High School, a lower-performing school. Parents and education scholars, however, argued it is unfair to poor and working families and punishes students for their parents’ inactions.
Morgan brought his idea back to the board at Wednesday's meeting, with some changes. Instead of mandating parent involvement, the new measure would "incentivize" parents to take part in more school activities.
To find out more about the modified proposal, check out MyAJC.com.
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