Partnerships between researchers and practitioners are becoming increasingly commonplace in computer science education research. Practitioners can range from K-12 teachers and administrators to community partners (e.g., museums or out of school organizations). Computer scientists and education researchers may also partner to lead research efforts. Developing a successful partnership ensures that the research will be of benefit to both the researchers and the practitioners, however, building strong collaborations that span communities takes time and effort. In this session, we invite participants to explore and discuss how to establish research practice partnerships (RPPs) and build the trust and relationships necessary for a successful partnership. Participants who are new to RPPs will develop an understanding of what they are and how to start one. For participants who are experienced with these types of partnerships, they will have an opportunity to discuss common challenges and strategies for addressing them.