Introduction. Research has shown that low school engagement may predict drop-out. The current study examined the relations between parental social support, parental monitoring, parental engagement...Show moreIntroduction. Research has shown that low school engagement may predict drop-out. The current study examined the relations between parental social support, parental monitoring, parental engagement and school engagement. This study examined the differences of these relations between Dutch students and Turkish-Dutch students. Method. The sample consisted of 172 Dutch students and 104 Turkish-Dutch students (age range 12-18) that followed pre-vocational education. The sample consisted of 140 boys and 136 girls. The students went to school in Vlaardingen, Den Haag, Dordrecht and Cappelle aan den Ijssel. Students were asked to complete a questionnaire during class. Results. Findings revealed that Turkish-Dutch students are more engaged in school than Dutch students. Turkish-Dutch students reported more parental monitoring than Dutch students.. Positive relations were found between parental social support, parental engagement and school engagement. Cultural background was found as a moderator for the relation between parental engagement and school engagement; the relationship was stronger for the Dutch students. Conclusion. Parents play an important role in the academic success of their children. Future studies could examine the role of peers and school in school engagement.Show less
