Family Engagement

Over 40 years of research has found that family engagement is critical to the educational success of both the child and the school because it:

• raises the academic achievement of students
• improves the attitudes and performances of children in school
• has a positive effect on self-esteem and motivation to learn
• reduces behavior problems and lowers dropout rates
• helps parents understand and be more supportive of the school's curriculum, policies, and procedures.
• builds school-community relationships in an ongoing, problem-preventing way
• gives teachers an opportunity to get acquainted with the family and learn about their concerns, which, in turn, helps them respond to their needs

 

Each Title I school has a School Improvement Team (SIT).  Each team must have at least one parent representative who serves as a liaison between the school and the parents of the community.  Some schools have more than one parent.  The schools are encouraged to also include at least one parent of a special needs student.  If you are interested in joining your child's school's SIT, please speak to the Principal. 

Each school would like to have a PTA/PTO.  The function of this group is to support the mission of each school.  Unfortunately, schools often need help funding special events and programs.  Many PTAs/PTOs fundraise to provide money to help schools pay for these events and programs.  Check with the principal to see how you can join or start a PTA/PTO at your child's school.

 

Many schools welcome volunteers who enjoy helping out.  Each school is unique and have different tasks that volunteers can perform.  If you have a special talent, such as painting or sewing, you may want to volunteer to teach special classes to students.  If you are interested in volunteering, please let your child's principal know.