THE ROLE OF PARENTS IN ENCOURAGING PERSISTENCE IN HIGH SCHOOL AMONG THEIR CHILDREN WITH FASD Academic - Programs, courses, Environment accommodations; suited to needs and implemented by teachers Physical - Small groups, Environment able to withdraw Social - Friends, Environment acquaintances Parents Advocate - Identification - Programs, courses - Accommodations - Educate, work with teachers Home Parents (Goal-driven) - Diagnosis (private) Encouragement Academic support Expectations Information Child -Goal-driven -Persistent