A 14-Year Content Analysis of School-Family Partnership Publications in Counseling: Trends, Gaps, and Future Directions<!--EndFragment-->

This content analysis examined 55 articles on school-family-community partnerships published in counseling journals between 2010 and 2024, identifying trends in publication type, methodology, and population focus. Most articles (54.54%) were conceptual, with Professional School Counseling leading in publication volume. Limited empirical research and a lack of focus on diverse populations were noted, with only 18.18% addressing racial minorities (primarily Latino and African American) and 5.45% focusing on rural communities. Four primary strategies for strengthening partnerships emerged: Inclusivity, Leadership and Empowerment, Equity-Focused, and Consistent Communication—each aligning with the school counselor’s roles in fostering collaborative, equitable partnerships. Recommendations emphasize a need for empirical validation of these strategies, especially for underrepresented populations, and training to enhance counselor self-efficacy and cultural competence. This study highlights opportunities to advance evidence- based practices in school-family partnerships within the counseling field.

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PDXScholar (Portland State University)
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2025-02-17
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https://doi.org/10.7275/cspec.2255
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Parental Involvement in Education
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A 14-Year Content Analysis of School-Family Partnership Publications in Counseling: Trends, Gaps, and Future Directions<!--EndFragment-->

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A 14-Year Content Analysis of School-Family Partnership Publications in Counseling: Trends, Gaps, and Future Directions<!--EndFragment-->

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Abstract

This content analysis examined 55 articles on school-family-community partnerships published in counseling journals between 2010 and 2024, identifying trends in publication type, methodology, and population focus. Most articles (54.54%) were conceptual, with Professional School Counseling leading in publication volume. Limited empirical research and a lack of focus on diverse populations were noted, with only 18.18% addressing racial minorities (primarily Latino and African American) and 5.45% focusing on rural communities. Four primary strategies for strengthening partnerships emerged: Inclusivity, Leadership and Empowerment, Equity-Focused, and Consistent Communication—each aligning with the school counselor’s roles in fostering collaborative, equitable partnerships. Recommendations emphasize a need for empirical validation of these strategies, especially for underrepresented populations, and training to enhance counselor self-efficacy and cultural competence. This study highlights opportunities to advance evidence- based practices in school-family partnerships within the counseling field.

PDXScholar (Portland State University)
Portland State University (US), University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center (US)
Partnerships for the goals
Openalex Percentile: Top 2%
Parental Involvement in Education
8.93
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