Education

Explore the relationship between family structure, religious practice, and educational achievement and attainment levels.

Education Videos

 
  • Families Get an A+ Families Get an A+ Scholastic achievement is related to factors outside the classroom. The presence of both parents in the home, higher levels of parental involvement, and satisfaction with family life are all positively linked to children’s academic achievement and educational attainment. Youths’ involvement with extracurricular activities and the general level of church attendance in the neighborhood is also linked to students’ investment and performance in school.
  • The Importance of Fathers The Importance of Fathers Fathers’ involvement in their children’s lives contributes to a variety of positive outcomes for children and youth, including higher academic performance and a decreased likelihood of anti-social behavior, early sexual activity, teen pregnancy, and substance abuse.
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