School Improvement Begins at Home
Helping your child succeed is the first step toward improving your school.
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Real-life stories about improving schools
Read these stories from Once Upon a School, a Web site created by best-selling author Dave Eggers to encourage citizens to get involved in their local schools.
Bright ideas: Our readers sound off on school improvements
GreatSchools readers share what they'd like to see improved at their schools.
Raising money for your school
Fundraisers have moved beyond bake sales as creative parents help cash-strapped schools look for every extra dollar to boost their budgets.
Making a difference at your child's school
What's the best way to help out at your child's school? Here are some tips on making a contribution of time and effort that really makes a difference.
The community connection: Ideas for your school
Put these ideas to work to find out how your school is connecting with the community.
Ten easy ways to help your child's school
Volunteering your time or donating equipment can make a big difference at your school. Find out what you can offer.
Become a legislative advocate for your child's school
Let your elected officials know where you stand on the issues that affect schools and your child's education.
Help Your School: Go Get a Grant
Do you want to help your child's school pay for the science fair or buy playground equipment? Here's how to find and get grant money to help.
Six ways to stay connected to your child's school
How to get the school information you need.
