This research was conducted to examine how parental engagement serves as a strategic tool in educational planning, particularly within the basic education schools of the Camotes Islands, Cebu. It addressed the existing gap in local educational governance where parent participation in formal planning processes remains limited despite national mandates encouraging stakeholder involvement. The study was titled “Parental Engagement as a Strategic Tool in Educational Planning: A Study on Home-School Collaboration in Basic Education in the Camotes Islands. The study employed a descriptive research design, utilizing both quantitative and qualitative methods. Data were gathered through a researcher-made questionnaire distributed to teachers, school heads, and parents, along with key informant interviews to gain deeper insights. Statistical analysis was used to interpret mean scores, while thematic coding was applied to qualitative responses. Results showed that parents were moderately engaged in school activities but had minimal involvement in structured planning processes such as the School Improvement Plan (SIP) and Annual Implementation Plan (AIP). Stakeholders perceived parental engagement to have positive impacts on school improvement, learner performance, and home-school relationships. However, challenges such as lack of awareness, time constraints, and low confidence hindered active participation. Enabling factors included supportive school leadership, organized PTAs, and flexible communication strategies. The study concluded that while parental engagement has great potential, it must be strengthened through capacity-building, policy enforcement, and inclusive practices. By actively involving parents in planning and decision-making, schools can promote shared accountability and improved educational outcomes. These findings may guide DepEd officials, school administrators, and policymakers in enhancing stakeholder collaboration within the framework of School-Based Management (SBM).