Date

Summer 4-30-2026

ESRP 9000 Professor

Sandy Underhill, Ed.D.

Executive Summary

Executive Summary

A strategic Strategic Research Project: Improving Combating Low Parental Parental Involvement Engagement Through Structured Planning and Positive and Environmental Design.al Design

Adriana Denby 2026: Strategic Research Project, Nova Southeastern University, Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice. Keywords: Parental Involvement, family engagement, structured planning, school environment design, student achievement, school family partnerships, educational leadership, communication strategies, inclusive school climate, parent participation.

The  SWOT analysis, utilized an Internal and External Factor Evaulation (IFE & EFE) to provide a quantitative analysis and evaluation of the organization's internal and environmental factors. The SWOT analysis identified and puts into context the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. This process allowed me to develop a solid plan, making the most of the organization's resources to reach our goals and succeed. It helps us understand how much we focus on different factors and how this affects growth. The SWOT is an ongoing process that highlights the most urgent needs of a team striving for improvement and achievement.

This strategic research project examines how structured planning and intentional environment design can improve parental involvement in educational settings. Using a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods, this research project analyzes how these approaches can influence parent engagement levels. Within the QSPM, each factor is evaluated against alternative strategies by assigning an attractiveness score (AS) ranging from 0 to 4 based on the extent to which each strategy effectively addresses or leverages that factor. (David et al., 2020) The scoring process requires comparative judgment as attractiveness scores are assigned relative to competing strategies rather than in isolation. To calculate the total Attractiveness Score (TAS) for each factor, the assigned weight is multiplied by the corresponding attractiveness score for each strategy. Finally, the TAS values for all internal and external factors are summed to produce a Total Attractiveness Score (STAS). The strategy with the highest STAS is the strongest to apply within the organization.

Literature review findings indicate that schools implementing consistent communication, flexible opportunities for involvement, and supportive environments experience higher levels of parental participation and stronger school-family partnerships. When schools are intentional in both planning and design, barriers to parental involvement, such as time constraints, lack of trust, and communication gaps, can be significantly reduced. The study highlights the importance of leadership commitment, parental training, and ongoing evaluation to sustain these efforts. This dissertation contributes to the field of education by providing practical strategies and a framework for educators and administrators seeking to enhance parental involvement. By prioritizing structured planning and thoughtful environment design, schools can create more inclusive communities that support student achievement and long-term success.

Document Type

Strategic Research Project-NSU Access Only

Degree Name

Doctor of Education (EdD)

College

Abraham S. Fischler College of Education

Concentration

Educational Leadership

Language

English

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