This handbook was developed  by the Education System Change Project, which aimed to help schools "create opportunities for meaningful parental involvement in the education of all children". The strategies and examples presented in this document relates to parenting, home school communication, volunteering, decision making and collaborating with the community.At the end of each chapter, the benefits for students, parents and teachers are presented and school self assessment checklist is available. The appendix includes Inventory of Present Practices of School - Family - Community Partnerships.