Suggestions are presented for encouraging even "busy" families to attend parent-teacher association and school meetings in such areas as meeting times, recruitment efforts, time commitments, access to meetings, meeting efficiency, and meeting topics. (CB)

To increase the involvement of parents of the handicapped in their children's schools, the Parent Involvement and Educational Program was developed at the University of Houston. It encourages parents and school personnel to work together as partners. Aspects of the program are discussed. (PP)

Concerns of parents and teachers associated with 18 Colorado schools regarding communication between the home and the school are discussed. The need for teachers to respond to changing family structures is emphasized. (PP)