Home–School Partnerships in Rural Contexts

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This study explores home-school partnerships in rural, disadvantaged settings, focusing on shared values and expectations. It identifies communication, shared responsibility, and collaboration as core principles. While both parents and teachers recognize these values, gaps remain in practice, particularly in decision-making processes.

Teachers often dominate decision-making, limiting meaningful parental contribution. Socioeconomic challenges further complicate engagement. The study emphasizes that partnerships must move beyond symbolic participation toward genuine collaboration. When effectively implemented, these partnerships improve student engagement and reduce risks of disengagement, especially in vulnerable contexts.

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Promote shared responsibility with parents.

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Create regular two-way communication systems.

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Do not limit parents to passive roles

Keywords
partnerships, rural education, collaboration