Which option is NOT listed as a strategy to increase parental involvement and awareness?

• A. Open-house events
• B. Home visits when appropriate
• C. Student-parent social media groups
• D. Involvement in planning and decision-making programs

Answer: (D)

The main idea here is how schools can involve families and make them aware of what’s happening. Open-house events give families a welcoming chance to learn about the school, meet staff, and see programs firsthand, which directly boosts awareness and invites participation. Home visits bring information straight to families who may not come to school, building trust and making involvement more feasible. Student-parent social media groups provide a practical, ongoing channel for updates and two-way communication, helping families stay connected and engaged. Involvement in planning and decision-making programs, while valuable for deeper engagement, is a governance-level activity that goes beyond initial outreach. It often requires formal structures and time commitments, and isn’t typically listed as a direct strategy for boosting everyday parental involvement and awareness. Therefore, this governance-focused participation is the one not listed among the standard outreach strategies.