The Parent Partnership Pledge and the Parent Bill of Rights are complementary tools that work hand in hand to build a foundation of trust, transparency, and collaboration between families and schools. While the Pledge outlines a shared commitment to values such as communication, inclusion, and advocacy, the Bill of Rights affirms the concrete rights parents should expect and exercise within the education system. Together, they provide both the spirit and structure for meaningful family engagement—ensuring that parents are not only welcomed but empowered to shape the educational experiences and outcomes of their children. By aligning our actions with both, we commit to making the vision of true parent-school partnership a lived reality in every classroom and campus.

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As parents ourselves, we understand the significance of our role in our children's education. We firmly believe in the power of parental involvement and openness in fostering a supportive and conducive learning environment for our kids. This is not a unique sentiment, many studies have evidenced the positive impact of parental engagement on students' academic performance and psychological well-being.

We respectfully request our local education authorities to uphold and enforce a 'Commitment Pledge for Parents as Partners.' This initiative, rooted in the principles of Communication, Parent Involvement, Special Education, and Data and Testing Transparency, seeks to create a collaborative, equitable, and empowering environment for all families.

We believe this commitment can drastically reshape our education landscape, creating a richer, more inclusive and efficient system in which parents and educators work hand-in-hand towards the success of each student. Moreover, this pledge will ensure that special needs children are given equal opportunities and all families are kept informed about their child's growth, performance, and potential.

The result? A fairer, more inclusive educational system that nurtures each student and helps them reach their true potential. This change starts with us – let's make it happen. Please sign this petition and support the call for a structured partnership between parents and educators.

Pledge to Empower Parents as Partners in Education

We, as educators, administrators, and community leaders, pledge to honor and uphold the rights of parents as true partners in their children’s education. Anchored by the principles of Communication, Parent Involvement, Special Education Advocacy, and Data and Testing Transparency, we commit to creating a collaborative, equitable, and empowering environment that ensures all families have the tools and opportunities they need to thrive.

By signing this petition, we affirm our dedication to strengthening the partnership between schools and families, fostering trust, and prioritizing the success of every child.

We’re calling on decision-makers, from school boards to city hall to the state capitol, to sign the ConnectED pledge and show their commitment to families.

Because when parents are partners, every child wins.

Join us in making this commitment today.