TYPE 5--DECISION MAKING

SAMPLE RESULTS FOR STUDENTS

Awareness of representation of families in school decisions

Understanding that student rights are protected

Specific benefits linked to policies enacted by parent organizations

SAMPLE RESULTS FOR PARENTS

Input into policies that affect children's education

Feeling of ownership of school

Awareness of parents' voices in school decisions

Shared experiences and connections with other families

Awareness of school, district, and state policies

SAMPLE RESULTS FOR TEACHERS

Awareness of perspectives of families in policy development and school decisions

Acceptance of equality of family representatives on school committees and in leadership roles

Select Sample Results for Other Types of Involvement

Return to Epstein's Six Types of Involvement

Epstein, J.L., Coates, L., Salinas, K.C., Sanders, M.G., & Simon, B.S. (1997). School, Family, and Community Partnerships: Your Handbook for Action. Thousand Oaks, CA: Corwin Press.