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Family Engagement in Education Act of 2011

The Family Engagement in Education Act (H.R.1821/S.941) incentivizes schools and districts to meaningfully engage families to close the achievement gap. This bill was introduced on May 10, 2011 in the House of Representatives by Rep. Todd Platts (R-PA) and Rep. Carolyn McCarthy (D-NY), and in the Senate by Sen. Jack Reed (D-RI) and Sen. Christopher Coons (D-DE). Research demonstrates that family engagement in a child’s education increases student achievement, improves attendance, and reduces the dropout rate.

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Full Bill: House of Representatives

Full Bill: Senate

 


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