Parents are also actively involved in the governance of the school. The SRC's role in the school is decision and policy making. Five parents are on the council. The parent resource specialist works closely with the PTO and the SRC members. Both groups have stated that they feel empowered as they work with school personnel to make positive changes in the school.
Communication is important in a successful parent involvement program.
In order to keep parents informed, communication needs to be immediate, ongoing, and varied. To further open the lines of communication and increase parental involvement, the Eugene Field staff has committed to make home visits at the beginning of each school year. In addition, some of the staff members make home visits throughout the year as part of the curriculum. Home visits have been received well by the families in the community and are a good step toward more communication and sensitivity on the part of the school. Home visits will begin to build the bridge between home and school.