Copyright 1993 Explains the teacher's and PTA's roles and gives tips on how teachers and the PTA can partner together to further children's education.
Teachers are the crucial link in the partnership between school and parents.
Every major study of education has shown the importance of parent involvement. Parent involvement is enhanced by a positive parent-teacher relationship, and the PTA is an effective means of bringing parents and teachers together. Teachers' knowledge and leadership help the PTA serve children well. In turn, teachers look to the PTA for help and support in the important work of educating children and youth. This encourages parents to see themselves as equal partners in the job of educating their children.