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The relationship between schools and families plays an essential role in student achievement. However, the pandemic has created an environment where parental involvement has fluctuated considerably, with some parents becoming overly involved and others disengaging altogether. This disconnect directly impacts how students perform in school, with studies linking strong parent-school partnerships to better academic outcomes.
A polarizing atmosphere around education has emerged, where parents either seek to micromanage their children’s education or completely distance themselves from it. The heightened anxiety about education has made it difficult for families to work collaboratively with educators, further complicating the landscape.