This manual was developed in Romania and addresses the connection between internal structures and relations of a school system to those existing in society at large. The authors argue that in order for democratic relations to exist in a a society there needs to be a certain amount of democratisation at the school level as well. The guide offers practical tips to improve relations between and among teaching staff, pupils and parents. It offers many examples on how to create community trust in the classroom and in the school and offers models for school councils, school policies, vision statements, constitutions, job descriptions and questionnaires.