Which of the following is not a strategy used to involve families in the Early Childhood Program?

• A. Scheduling activities on a weeknight
• B. Montessori method
• C. Parent-teacher conferences
• D. Family volunteer opportunities

Answer: (C)

Involving families means creating active opportunities for them to participate in children’s learning and the program, not just receive information about it. Scheduling activities on a weeknight invites families to participate in hands-on events and classroom routines after work hours, which strengthens their connection to the child’s learning. The Montessori method often includes parent education, home activities aligned with classroom work, and informal observations, all of which actively bring families into the learning process. Family volunteer opportunities place families directly in the school environment, supporting the classroom and school community through their time and skills. By contrast, parent-teacher conferences are mainly a reporting and planning session focused on sharing the child’s progress and future goals, rather than a proactive strategy that engages families in ongoing program activities. So this option is not a strategy used to involve families in the program.