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Parents and guardians attending the Parent Academy had the opportunity to hear administrators describe the new PARCC test implemented this year to assess student’s development in language arts and math. The PARCC assessment test is used to measure the effectiveness of the Common Core curriculum established to teach real-life application of language and math skills necessary for college readiness and future employability.
My Dad was unreliable as a spell checker, too. Everytime we asked how to spell something, he'd say, "S - L - O - W - L - Y".
*rolls eyes*
Lovely reports for both and great work on the wall - including Jack, my writing-phobic boy, on the Writing Wonder Wall!
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Parents Responsibility
Scriptures: Luke 3:22
As we saw yesterday, words are but a small part of parental communication. Now let's look at two types of messages we should purposefully model for our kids.
First, boys and girls need affirmation that they are loved, accepted, and competent. In today's passage, God the Father spoke those very things to His Son. It is essential that our children gain a sense of security and belonging at home so they won't seek acceptance elsewhere. And the way we care and provide for them will help them grasp the heavenly Father's love.
Second, parents are responsible for presenting the principles needed for living a godly life. One way to do so is by reading Scripture aloud and sharing stories of the Lord's involvement in our lives. But actions must match what we say. For example, we cannot expect children to truly understand the golden rule if we act with selfishness, arrogance, or insensitivity.
Modeling a godly life is oftentimes an intentional pursuit, like reading Scripture or serving as a family on a mission trip. It can also be as simple and unplanned as picking up a piece of trash on a neighbor's lawn. But keep in mind that actions and words aren't always perceived correctly. Check that your children's understanding matches the message you hope to communicate.
Your words and actions are teaching lessons. Do your children know, beyond any doubt, that they're treasured and capable? Are you giving them the tools they need to follow Christ? Remember, God doesn't expect perfection. He will guide the willing heart—and cover missteps with His grace.
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Dr . Charles Stanley