does parent education have a correlation to student's chances of going to college?
395773
Absolutely. A child who's parent went to college have a far greater college attendance and graduation rate than children who's parent did not attend or graduate from college. The census tracks these numbers.
121005
I have never heard that before. My husband has a much higher I.Q. than I do and our male son is very smart. More so than I was as a child. On his Kindergarten placement test he scored 99% nationwide. I was a B student growing up and if I really applied myself could pull of an A or two. I definitely attribute his intelligence to his dad.
1099198
Bravo, for furthering your education!  I just finished my master's degree and am starting my doctorate this fall.  Both of my parents went to college when I was in high school, and it was hard for them.  On one hand, it did stress to me that education is important, but on the other, they struggled to meet the demands of family, work, school, finances, etc. and I knew I didn't want to do it that way.  It's good that you're thinking of doing it early in your family life and before you have other children (my parents had 4 of us from ages 16 to 6 when they went back).  And setting an example for your daughter will be an added benefit.\n\nCommunity college is a good way to ease into going back to school.  I went to a kind of community college (a small branch of a large university) for my first two years of school and then transferred my credits to another university to finish my BA.  You'll take the same general education courses (math, writing, history, etc.) at most colleges/universities anyway, so it might be a good idea to take some (less expensive) community college classes, get to know what you'd like to study, and transfer if you decide it's your cup of tea.  I highly recommend that route; obviously, I loved it!  \n\nGood luck!
38703
First, lets look at the educational opportunities. Homeschooling depends largely on the parent(s) doing the schooling. If the parents are knowledgable in all academic areas, then the child can get a very strong education, rivaling and exceeding public school in some areas and possibly coming close to the high-end private schools. However, most parents don't have that type of knowledge so the child ends up lacking. When a parent was trying to enroll her son into a charter school, the principal was asking how the child did in math, specifically multiplying and dividing fractions (very fundamental for junior high and high school-level math classes). The parent responded "Oh, I couldn't remember how to do fractions so we just skipped over that chapter," a move that caused her child to be placed in a remedial math class to get him caught up with his peers.\n\nThe second type of education received is the social education. Picture two people with the same IQ, same reading levels, same math skills, etc. One was homeschooled and the other traditional schooled. They both enroll in college at the same time and end up in the same freshman composition class. Who has a better chance of surviving the class? The traditionally schooled student would, simply because he was used to the traditional classroom with various teachers, where the homeschooled student was used to only a handful of teachers (parents and other people the parents got to help) and was never in a classroom. \n\nHomeschooling can work, but the parents that decide to homeschool their child should commit themselves totally to the homeschool program right from day one and not waver on their decision. One thing that helps is homeschool co-ops where parents pool their resources with other parents to help their children more by offering other opportunities.
862935
I believe there are definitely two sides to this coin. We can show examples from both sides all day long. However, as it may not be a direct correlation there is one there. I myself am a high school dropout, but by making the right decisions in my career I have done well for myself and consistently earn 6 figures year after year. I must say it took me a lot longer then my associate who with a college degree and outstanding GPA got there a lot quicker. He is 10 years younger then me, I am 37. I do believe someone who works hard in school and carries a higher GPA has a much greater chance of success. It is recognized as dedication, motivation and this is something even I would be looking for in an employee.
983610
Your parents just want you to understand the importance of getting a good education, which means staying in school, not skipping classes, paying attention in class, doing your homework, and studying for exams.  Once you prove to them that you take your education seriously, I am sure that they will "unground" you.  Work hard!
145473
students in low economic environments are more likely to lack educational opportunity.  their parents often work, giving them less home support.  additionally, they may even go to work with the parents until late at night and lack sleep.  however, low economic schools can have similar test scores and performance if the faculty is committed to the students they serve, have a vision, and successfully implement a plan.  It just requires dedication and persistence.  It does not happen often.
823103
i wouldnt say so...my lil sister went through grades 9 and 10 with barely passing marks.  My parents tried everything to get her to try harder, to get better marks.  Cash, punishment, vacations, you name it.  The teachers at her school finally told her to just try doing government schooling at home (called Distance Learning).  She is now doing much better, she can work at her own pace, and if she really needs help, she can go into the office and get it.  \n\nAgain, it could not be your child, it could be there environment.  And if you child really is trying, its not fair to the kid to punish them for their lack of abilities.
446143
I don't believe it holds any benefits, except make parents more neurotic, being around their children all day.  And who decides whether the parents are competent enough to teach.  Do you need to have a teaching degree for this?\nKids will most certainly miss out on a lot of interaction with other children, which is very important.\nIf you want to give them a better education, send them to private school if you can afford it.
393413
I truly believe that people attend school in order to get an education. Then, I know that they can learn. Only when one has a serious mind about ANYTHING, does it become successful. Home schooling has its place, but it is not for everyone. Then, some home schoolers, attend regular schooling part time, for gym and other activities. This can make a well rounded situation for the educated ones. All of this is a matter of conjecture. God Bless.
1050307
Several colleges accept students from exceptional education programs.  Louisanna's public college system I believe accepts all high school graduates.  However, they have somewhat of a swim-or-sink attitude.  If your child does not keep up a certain GPA, he/she will be expelled.   I would reccommend that you and your child consider schools who have entrance programs that focus on students weak points such as Reading, Math, and/or English, as determined by that student's ACT or SAT score.  Ask about the college's retention rate for incoming freshmen also.  Ask what percentage of the college's freshmen go on to graduate?  This is a good indication of if the college's brige program is working.
123821
Yes it does, quite often kids can help parents learn how to use new technological gizmos that are becoming common place now but were hardly things they used...e.g. ipods\n\nPlus knowledge takes quantum leaps from better research and new technology. So it would make sense that students or grads would be able to educate their parents on new thinking...
1062905
Academically, it can be. However, there are hidden "costs" involved. The social climate in higher education settings may be too emotionally or psychologically taxing for younger people. It really depends on one's emotional maturity in addition to their academic prowess.
1005641
No. It's income biased. Those whose parents have a higher income tend to go to better school. That's a fact. I grew up in the projects so I know. This also shouldn't be an excuse. You can get a good education in these areas too. You just have to want it badly.
744092
Parental involvement.  Kids that drop out tend to have parents that think that education starts and ends with school.  Kids that stay in school have parents that are involved in their education.
156115
My opinion (as a BSME) is that any college education is helpful; an AS degree is very helpful; a BS is better yet; and anybody whoe stays in school beyond the BS degree is not playing with a full deck.
59951
If you are a good student and dependable you're parents shouldn't stop you from looking for what you want for your future.  However if you feel you need to suck up to be allowed to do this chances are you don't fall into that category anyways so you're on your own to find a way to go out of state to party with friends