Evaluating the Efficacy of a School-Home Communication Intervention for Families of Children with Autism

Abstract Effective school-home communication is vital for families of children with autism, yet many families report suboptimal communication with schools, leading to conflicts and poor educational outcomes. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of the School-Home Alliance for Relationship Enhancement (SHARE) intervention in improving school-home communication and family-professional partnerships among families of children with autism. A convenience sample of 19 families of children with autism from diverse geographical regions was recruited. Findings suggest that SHARE was effective in enhancing school-home communication satisfaction and quality. Given its promising efficacy and scalability, the SHARE intervention has potential for implementation in family-centered training programs and school-based initiatives. Future research should focus on strategies to evaluate the intervention with educator participants and assess long-term impacts on family-professional partnerships.