The roundtable reported in this document was intended to identify cross-cultural themes in education and support the growth of a network of international scholars. The roundtable included: (1) reports on partnerships among families, communities, and schools in Eastern Europe, Latin America, Spain, Portugal, Singapore, and Australia; (2) presentations on research and practice concerning educational partnerships in the United States; (3) discussion of a cross-cultural study of parent involvement in Austria, Taiwan, and the United States; and (4) an open discussion. Prominent roundtable themes reported in this document include strategies for making academic and social success a reality for all children; transitions between home and school and between educational levels; and family and community participation in schools. Ten references are cited in the preface of the document. Lists of visitors to, and participants in, the roundtable are appended. (BC)