Mission

The mission of the Texas Association of Partners in Education is to provide leadership and expertise for schools, families, businesses and communities to build partnerships that enhance student success. The central purpose of our association is to strengthen student success through volunteer, community and business/school partnerships. We hope to enhance the success of young people in school and prepare them to be responsible citizens who significantly contribute to the economic, civic, and social environment in which they live and work. TAPE offers specific training to help you “Unlock the Partnership Puzzle”. Visit our Trainings-Programs page for details.

History

The Association has a 30-year track record of supporting its members in creating effective partnerships to enhance student success. Originated in 1979 as the Texas School Volunteer Program (TSVP), we served as one of the original 12 affiliates of the National School Volunteer Program (NSVP). In 1992 the name was changed to reflect the diversity of membership and the group was incorporated as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. A state office was opened in Austin in 1996 .