Not surprisingly, teachers and parents work together most effectively when both exhibit warmth, sensitivity, and a feeling of competence. In those schools, measurable gains were noted in the academic performance of students as well as in their behavior and self-concept. To promote such partnerships, the Family Involvement Partnership for Learning suggests that members of the school community develop a family-school compact for learning . Such a compact can capture the sustained effort required for successful partnerships. Educators are interested in promoting family involvement.
Educators are skillful in promoting family involvement.
Educators and parents are aware of the benefits of parent and family involvement for students, schools, and the parents themselves. Educators and parents develop teacher-parent partnerships. A high percentage of parents and family members are involved in various ways in their children's education. Parents have positive attitudes and increase their skills in helping their children succeed in school. Judson Hixson, senior program consultant at the North Central Regional Educational Laboratory, comments on the importance of parents supporting their children's education.