Family-School Partnerships
developed by
the California Department of Education, Special Education Division
based on the research of Joyce Epstein, John Hopkins University
Core Messages
Introduction:
“When parents become involved, children do better in school, and they go to better schools,” Anne T. Henderson, author of The Evidence Continues to Grow www.amazon.com.
Consultants are available to guide school districts and families in creating action plans to increase parent-school partnerships. For more information, contact Shannon Paymal at shannon.paymal@calstat.org.
- Provide learning opportunities for educators to meet their basic
obligation to work effectively with families and for families to meet
their basic parenting obligations.
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- Ensure systematic two-way communication (school to home and home
to school) about the school, school programs, and students’ progress.
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- Provide learning opportunities for educators and families to work
together so that both can fulfill a range of supportive and resourceful
roles for students and the school.
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connecting learning activities at home and in the community with learning
at school.
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decision-making and to exercise their leadership and advocacy skills.
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View related websites - Provide educators and families with the skills to obtain community
and support services that strengthen school programs, family practices,
and student learning and development.
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Last updated: 06/09/2010