... collaboration on behalf of the student. Equally as evident is the fact that poor communication may result in parental misunderstandings and in turn jeopardise effective home-school relationships (Jensen & Potter, 1990, as cited in Martin & Hagen-Burke, 2002, p.1). Accepting of the fact that parent involvement is critical to the academic and emotional growth of children, schools ... literacy initiatives such as the TTALL (Talk To A Literacy Learner) program have been meeting these requirements by responding to community language and culture in order to develop genuine partnerships with com...

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