Successful Partnership Standards (source: National Parent Teacher Association)

Communication between home and school that is regular, two-way and meaningful.

Parenting skills are promoted and supported.

Parents play an integral role in assisting student learning.

Parents are welcome in the school and their support and assistance are sought.

Parents are full partners in the decisions that affect children and families.

Community resources are used to strengthen schools, families, and student learning.

(From National Standards for Parent/Family Involvement Programs, written/published by Parent Teacher Association, Washington, DC)

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