A lot of parents would like to be able to spend time with their kids in the classroom or on field trips, but they can't because they have to work. It's very discouraging for us people who are trying to recruit volunteers.

I think it's hard for parents because they're not in the classroom. They're not seeing these kids all together. I think discipline can be a big problem in the classroom. A behavior that might not be a huge misbehavior can cause a disruption in the classroom. Something like tapping a pencil might not be a big deal. But it can become a big deal in the classroom.

He showed real passion for kids. When you are president of Little League and have spent time in the classroom with kids, that's what we were looking for.

The administrators and teachers have opened doors for parents. The more parents participate, the better academic results the kids will have.

I went into the classroom and let the kids listen to my daughter's heartbeat and feel my stomach. My daughter was moving and the kids got to feel her kicking. They loved it.

You can do a lot with this classroom and it really is effective with many different kinds of kids. It's beautiful stuff.