Parents Working With Speech-Language Pathologists to Foster Partnerships in Education

This article outlines a parent involvement program that was developed and implemented by speech-language pathologists as part of a comprehensive program to improve academic achievement and literacy by focusing on communication skills. The basis of the program was to help parents become active participants in their child's educational and learning experiences. The organization and content of the parent program are explained and information needed to replicate the program is provided. Results of descriptive evaluations of the sessions and feedback from school personnel indicate a need for continued parent-focused educational programs.