Abstract

Focus group findings from 34 African American parents in an urban southern school district unmask subtle and concealed aspects of involvement. In contrast to formalized school-sponsored parent activities, involvement is described by participants as their encompassing a physical presence at the school to monitor their children’s behavior, receiving timely communication from teachers, helping with homework, and being an advocate for their children.

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