Community Participation

Community participation can include:

1. Building partnerships: Involving parents and other stakeholders in the planning and management of schools
2. Identifying problems: Recognizing local issues and priorities
3. Developing curriculum: Creating relevant learning materials
4. Improving school facilities: Making sure schools have the resources they need
5. Increasing accountability: Holding school personnel accountable
6. Enhancing resources: Recognizing the knowledge that communities can bring to the educational process
7. Guiding educational programs: Defining and guiding educational programs at the community level