- You feel confident that your child is learning important skills and knowledge at school
- You feel confident that your child is learning and performing as well as (s)he is capable in school
- You feel confident that your child is developing sound social, moral and ethical values and behaviors
- The teaching and learning methods used at school are consistent with your values
- You are able to influence your child's teachers and principal as needed to help your child
- You feel comfortable at your child's school — visiting, contributing time, and being with other parents
- You feel good about what your child learns from other students and their parents
- Your child(ren)'s school fits your practical needs — schedule, child care, and transportation are feasible
- School fits your budget without causing family stress or greatly reducing time spent with your child
- You feel proud of your child's school and the choice you made to send your child there
Adapted from Picky Parent Guide: Choose Your Child's School with Confidence, The Elementary Years (K-6). © 2004 by Armchair Press, LLC. All rights reserved.
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