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By Dr Bill Maier "I send my kids to a good school . Isn't that enough?" You'd be surprised how many parents think that way. But when it comes to the education of our children , the buck stops at home. Too many parents sit back and let the schools do all the work. Many don't feel qualified to teach, so they leave it to the teachers to decide what's best for their kids. Others may be intimidated by experts and afraid of getting in the way. But the truth is, schools need our help in order to be effective. And our kids need to know that we care about their education. Good teachers understand how important it is for parents to be involved and they actively seek help and advice. Schools are always looking for volunteers or field trip chaperones. Many schools use parents as classroom assistants or playground monitors. So, if you've got the time, why not call your child's teacher today and volunteer your services. You'll be surprised how much they...

Image via Wikipedia By Dr James Dobson Most children tend to admire teachers who can be strict without being unpleasant. A teacher who can control a class without being oppressive or mean is almost always loved by her students. One reason is that there's clearly safety in order. When a class is out of control, especially in kindergarten , the children are afraid of one another. They can be vicious with one another, and they feel good with having a strong teacher who's in charge. Second, children love justice. When someone has violated a rule, they want immediate retribution. They admire the teacher who can enforce an equitable legal system. Third, children admire stricter teachers because chaos is nerve-racking. When you look at the secret of success behind a championship sports team, a magnificent orchestra , or a successful business , one of the principal ingredients is invariably firm discipline. Schoolchildren thrive when that same component is present in their classroo...