What is needed for a successful school-family-community partnership program?
Research from the first 202 schools in the National Network of Partnership Schools indicate 5 ingredients that are important for a successful partnership program. Read Schools Report Five Elements for Successful Partnership Programs for more information on the five ingredients. Additionally, data from 375 high schools in the Network revealed similarities and differences elementary, middle, and high schools in 1) use of Network tools and services; 2) obstacles to partnerships; 3) meeting challenges for the six types of involvement; and 4) program quality. Read “Elementary, Middle, and High Schools Report Progress in 1998 UPDATE.” Back to top 8. Why do we need to complete UPDATE each year? We already have a lot or paperwork. UPDATE is the one communication required of all members. (See membership requirements.) By relaying information on progress and experiences, all members of the Network contribute to new research that helps others learn about effective ways to organize programs of par
