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Families play an important role in how well students do in school. Here, we describe the importance of teachers and parents working together on behalf of kids. Also included are examples of programs that specifically make the link between home and school. If you're a parent, you may be interested in what you can do at home - more articles on that topic can be found in the Parent Tips section.
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