Furthermore, the importance of a supportive and positive environment for teachers was clear. These two critical elements go hand in hand. Without teachers who feel supported, valued, and encouraged to continually learn to further improve their effectiveness, students will not find themselves in classrooms with teachers who have a vested interest in their success and well-being. The scope of strategies and resources available to the school was broad. In part, the strong support of an active PTA makes these resources available to teachers. Cultivating a community built on a strong partnership with parents is at the heart of what makes this school successful in its endeavors. When parents are so deeply invested in their students' learning, support for teachers is