The Texas Association of Partners in Education is a statewide non profit membership association made up of partnership professionals and volunteers from businesses, community organizations, institutions of higher education and school districts. TAPE's mission is to provide leadership and expertise for schools, families, businesses and communities to build partnerships that enhance student success.
What is an Education Partnership?
Education Partnerships are cooperative relationships between families, communities and/or businesses and their schools. Working through multiple strategies, education partnerships ensure that all youth complete their education prepared to be responsible citizens who significantly contribute to the economic, civic and social environment in which they live and work. Mentor programs, volunteer programs, student internships and teacher externships are just a few strategies by which the community may become involved in education.
There is a positive relation between exposure to partnerships, and measures of school success. The more students are exposed to partnerships, the better student’s self-reported grades, attendance, academic motivation, career preparation, and supportive outcomes, such as lowered risk behaviors, increased leadership and maintaining health.
Why Join TAPE?
· Real Change
· Relationships
· Recognition
· Rise to Leadership
· Resources
· Reduced Fees