The involvement of parents in the education of their children is the first indicator of the academic success of students. Empowering parents to play an important role in their children's lives is the key to academic success. Dr. Ferrer, nationally recognized as an expert in academics and parental involvement, will teach parents the competencies they must demonstrate to sit in the driver's seat when it comes to educating their children. Parents learn strategies to ensure their children are well prepared for, debt-free, postsecondary careers that are in demand and pay well. Parents also learn how to support their children's potential,