TAPP (Teachers & Parents as Partners)

TAPP is a research-based intervention aimed at strengthening parent-teacher relationships + promoting student success. Join projects: TAPP Online & Tele-TAPP.

[TAPP (Teachers & Parents as Partners) @TAPPworks]

Teachers are essential to building strong family–school partnerships — supporting student success both in the classroom and at home.

Special thanks to all the educators across the U.S. who partner with TAPP! 🩵

🔗 https://t.co/jwMMn45UrU #ThankATeacher

[Nebraska College of Education and Human Sciences @UNL_CEHS]

A Swiss researcher is spending time at @UNL_CYFS to learn more about a program designed to improve children’s academic, social and behavioral outcomes while building stronger relationships among parents and teachers.
Story >> https://t.co/hldquXPqSb
#UNL #UNLCEHS #GoBigResearch

[TAPP (Teachers & Parents as Partners) @TAPPworks]

The TAPP team is excited to welcome international scholar Caroline Villiger to @UNL_CYFS!

Dr. Villiger leads the "Family–Education–School” research program at the U. of Teacher Education in Bern, Switzerland.

Learn about her visit. ›› https://t.co/Aw2nc4X8RZ

[TAPP (Teachers & Parents as Partners) @TAPPworks]

At this week's @BadarKauffman Conference at Kent State, TAPP researchers HyeonJin Yoon (@UNL_CYFS), Amanda Witte (@UNL_CYFS) and Pam Mims (@etsu) shared preliminary findings showing Tele-TAPP improves student adaptive skills & strengthens parent-teacher relationships.

[TAPP (Teachers & Parents as Partners) @TAPPworks]

Behind the scenes of our latest TAPP video shoot! 🎦
This week, TAPP researchers Sue Sheridan, Amanda Witte & Andy Garbacz (pictured) spent time in front of the camera to create updated professional learning modules. Stay tuned...

🫰 Kudos to the Kindred Media team at @UNL_CYFS.

[TAPP (Teachers & Parents as Partners) @TAPPworks]

At this week's Council for Exceptional Children Convention (#CEC26), TAPP researchers Amanda Witte & Pam Mims shared findings from Tele-TAPP. Tele-TAPP is highly rated by rural parents and teachers.

🔗 https://t.co/uEhqZVElGc

#SchoolPartnership #ParentPartnership #Appalachia

[TAPP (Teachers & Parents as Partners) @TAPPworks]

Taking TAPP research on the road! 🚗 @UNL_CYFS Research Associate Professor Amanda Witte recently shared Tele-TAPP findings at the @MSLBD1 Annual Symposium in Kansas City.

What's Tele-TAPP? Visit our website to learn more: https://t.co/uEhqZVElGc

#ruraled #behavioralhealth #UNL

[TAPP (Teachers & Parents as Partners) @TAPPworks]

Last week, #TAPP researchers from @UNL_CYFS and @etsu showcased the latest results from Tele-TAPP's randomized controlled trial at @nasponline's 2026 Convention in Chicago!

🔗https://t.co/uEhqZVETvK

#NASP2026 #ruraled #schoolpsych #behavioralhealth #parentpartnership #UNLCEHS

[TAPP (Teachers & Parents as Partners) @TAPPworks]

Teachers & Parents as Partners has a NEW website! 💙 Explore a fresh look, easier navigation and resources to strengthen home–school connections. Also learn how to become a certified TAPP consultant & ways to bring TAPP to your school!

🔗 https://t.co/NE6Ofy83Ja #SchoolPsychWeek

[TAPP (Teachers & Parents as Partners) @TAPPworks]

Nov. 3–7 is National #SchoolPsychWeek! 💙

School psychologists and counselors play a critical role in helping students thrive. The TAPP research team is proud to work alongside these dedicated professionals!

#NSPW2025 #FindingYourPath #TAPPworks

[TAPP (Teachers & Parents as Partners) @TAPPworks]

This week, Dr. Amanda Witte introduced Nebraska educators to the TAPP intervention at the 2025 @NeMTSS Summit in Kearney! Participants learned research-based strategies for strengthening home–school partnerships. #NeMTSS25

[NDE NEWS @NDE_News]

Standing room only in this session. Teachers and Parents as Partners improves student behavior, positive parenting, teacher problem-solving skills & parent-teacher relationships. Learning research-based strategies for building & strengthening home-school partnerships. #NeMTSS25

[TAPP (Teachers & Parents as Partners) @TAPPworks]

TAPP researcher Amanda Witte, @UNL_CYFS, shared the latest findings from Tele-TAPP at #APA2025 this week in Denver. Learn more about this ongoing #IESFunded study conducted in partnership with @etsu: 🔗 https://t.co/a1OUEoZT9T

#RuralEducation #SchoolPartnership #TAPPworks

[TAPP (Teachers & Parents as Partners) @TAPPworks]

Big news! 📣 TAPP is now part of Family Engagement Solutions—an online tool by @NationalPTA & CRRE at Johns Hopkins University. With a strong evidence rating, TAPP is set to reach even more educators & families! ›› https://t.co/YcI07P1LQw

#EdResearch #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

[TAPP (Teachers & Parents as Partners) @TAPPworks]

It's #TeacherAppreciationWeek! We’re grateful for the many teachers, administrators & specialists who partner w/ families + participate in TAPP to support student success. Thank you for all you do! 👏💙 #ThankATeacher https://t.co/K0OAcOXS81

[TAPP (Teachers & Parents as Partners) @TAPPworks]

TAPP researcher Amanda Witte (@UNL_CYFS) shared the latest research from the Tele-TAPP study at the American Council on Rural Special Education's annual conference last week in Virginia Beach.

🔗 https://t.co/a1OUEoZT9T

#ACRES25 #RuralEd #EdResearch #IESfunded @etsu

[TAPP (Teachers & Parents as Partners) @TAPPworks]

This week, Tele-TAPP researchers met with advisory board members at East Tennessee State University (@etsu) to discuss progress & next steps for the research program! Learn about Tele-TAPP ›› https://t.co/yieHWwWhD5

#EdResearch #SchoolPartnership #SchoolPsychology @UNL_CYFS

[Nebraska CYFS @UNL_CYFS]

The 2025 @nasponline convention is taking place this week! ~ CYFS researcher Amanda Witte (left) shared key findings from the Tele-TAPP research study along w/ Ohio University colleagues Steven Evans & Julie Owens.

https://t.co/AUxqdPp8EE | #NASP2025 | @TAPPworks | #IESfunded

[TAPP (Teachers & Parents as Partners) @TAPPworks]

How does TAPP make a difference? Teachers and Parents as Partners consistently improves children’s academic, social & behavioral outcomes, while building partnerships between parents and teachers.

Learn more ›› https://t.co/DTPQNvOYD7

#EdResearch #NASP2025 #familyengagement

[TAPP (Teachers & Parents as Partners) @TAPPworks]

As 2024 comes to an end, we want to thank the many parents, students, educators, school specialists, consultants, team members and supporters who collaborated w/ us this year. Your contributions to the TAPP process are invaluable.

Have a wonderful holiday season! 🩵❄️✨

[TAPP (Teachers & Parents as Partners) @TAPPworks]

Teachers and Parents as Partners is highlighted in @UNL_CYFS' 20th anniversary report. Check it out on page 31! ➡️ https://t.co/g8rPUiDax8

[Nebraska CYFS @UNL_CYFS]

This year’s annual report highlights significant research programs with a proven track record of improving outcomes for children, youth, families, schools and communities. Learn about these programs and much more in the full #CYFSat20 report.

🔗 https://t.co/09rlFyUePs