A former teacher, Bill Jackson founded GreatSchools in 1998 to catalyze a force that he believed was vital to the process of achieving excellence in education - parent involvement.

GreatSchools would not be possible without the support of foundations and corporations that understand the importance of parent involvement in a child's education. Major funders include the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, the Pisces Foundation, the Robertson Foundation and the Walton Family Foundation.   More detail...