Public Confidence Improves when Parents and Patrons Visit the School.

Harter, Bruce

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ERIC Number: EJ345309

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Publication Date: 1986

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Public Confidence Improves when Parents and Patrons Visit the School.

Harter, Bruce

NASSP Bulletin, v70 n494 p116-18 Dec 1986

One approach to rebuilding public confidence in schools is to establish a visiting program for parents and patrons. This article describes a one-day "accreditation visit" program in Colorado that asks parents to observe classes, assess school climate, and make suggestions for school improvement. (MLH)

Descriptors: Classroom Observation Techniques, Educational Environment, Elementary Secondary Education, Parent Participation, Parent School Relationship, Program Evaluation, Public Support

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Colorado

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