community and education

I come from a fairly small community and as far as I'm aware the community really doesn't interact too much with the school system.  I would like to see more events held by the school in which parents can get involved with.  Perhaps more plays put on by students or things such as bake sales run by students to raise money for a good cause.  Anything the parents or other members can get involved in.  

One thing that my community does get actively involved in is scholarships for high school senior scholarships.  Many businesses offer generous scholarships.  I was very impressed with the amount of help they gave to my graduating class.  There is also a fairly decent turn out at sporting events.

I do wish the community could be more involved, however it's hard for me to think of other ways in which this can happen.  I've never been from a community that has an active role in the education system.