Abstract: Business is becoming increasingly involved in charter and other public schools. The Daniels Fund has researched why some school partnerships are more effective than others. The report highlights seven strategies for successful partnerships based on the findings. These include: ensure student learning and achievement are the focus of every partnership; create a meaningful process for communicating about the program and recognizing the contributions of business partners; and, regularly monitor and evaluate each partnership and the overall program. Best practices, success tips, and barriers to avoid are also included in this online guide.