International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Research

Authors
Maurice Moono

Abstract
The article discusses the importance of teacher – parent collaboration in the guidance and counselling of adolescent pupils in secondary schools. It presents benefits of parent – teacher collaboration such as increased learner academic performance, reduction of school dropout rates, increased on time school graduation and increased highest grade completion. The article further discusses barriers to teacher- pupil collaboration and suggests strategies of engaging parents so that this collaboration is sustained. Recommendations such as schools coming up with policies to enhance this collaboration are also made.