Why should teachers form alliances with parents and community members?

• A. To promote literacy development for all students
• B. To involve family business partners
• C. To reduce teacher workload
• D. To replace school staff with volunteers

Answer: (A)

Forming alliances with parents and community members centers on expanding and strengthening literacy development for every student. When teachers partner with families, they share goals and strategies that families can use at home, creating consistency and support beyond the classroom. Community connections bring tutors, mentors, libraries, and literacy-rich experiences that broaden access to books, resources, and real-world reading and writing opportunities. This collaborative network helps meet diverse needs, values students’ cultural backgrounds, and builds a shared responsibility for literacy success. The other options miss the core aim of using collaboration to boost literacy for all students and can shift focus away from learning outcomes or professional roles.