Detailed text transcripts for TV channel - CNN - 20110408:06:58:00
That's why arlene ackerman created parent university. >> not every parent has a computer or access to the resources many middle class families have. so in this district, we really focused on engaging parents in this process. and it's worked. >> reporter: what is the reason so many parents are signing up? >> they're free. all you have to do is have a child in the school system and you can come. >> reporter: jose ramirez has two boys in school. >> sometimes we say oh, the teacher can handle the classroom. my children are fine. because of the culture, the barrier is right there. but right now i f...