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PIZZO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Title I, Part A Parental Involvement Plan




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I, Pamela Wilkins , do hereby certify that all facts, figures, and representations made in this application are true, correct, and consistent with the statement of assurances for these waivers. Furthermore, all applicable statutes, regulations, and procedures; administrative and programmatic requirements; and procedures for fiscal control and maintenance of records will be implemented to ensure proper accountability for the expenditure of funds on this project. All records necessary to substantiate these requirements will be available for review by appropriate state and federal staff. I further certify that all expenditures will be obligated on or after the effective date and prior to the termination date of the project. Disbursements will be reported only as appropriate to this project, and will not be used for matching funds on this or any special project, where prohibited.

Assurances

  • The school will be governed by the statutory definition of parental involvement, and will carry out programs, activities, and procedures in accordance with the definition outlined in Section 9101(32), ESEA;
  • Involve the parents of children served in Title I, Part A in decisions about how Title I, Part A funds reserved for parental involvement are spent [Section 1118(b)(1) and (c)(3)];
  • Jointly develop/revise with parents the school parental involvement policy and distribute it to parents of participating children and make available the parental involvement plan to the local community [Section 1118 (b)(1)];
  • Involve parents, in an organized, ongoing, and timely way, in the planning, review, and improvement of programs under this part, including the planning, review, and improvement of the school parental involvement policy and the joint development of the schoolwide program plan under section 1114(b)(2) [Section 1118(c)(3)];
  • Use the findings of the parental involvement policy review to design strategies for more effective parental involvement, and to revise, if necessary, the school’s parental involvement policy [Section 1118(a)(E)];
  • If the plan for Title I, Part A, developed under Section 1112, is not satisfactory to the parents of participating children, the school will submit parent comments with the plan when the school submits the plan to the local educational agency [Section 1118(b)(4)];
  • Provide to each parent an individual student report about the performance of their child on the state assessment in at least mathematics, language arts, and reading [Section 1111(h)(6)(B)(i)];
  • Provide each parent timely notice when their child has been assigned or has been taught for four (4) or more consecutive weeks by a teacher who is not highly qualified within the meaning of the term in 34 CFR Section 200.56 [Section 1111(h)(6)(B)(ii)]; and
  • Provide each parent timely notice information regarding their right to request information on the professional qualifications of the student's classroom teachers and paraprofessionals [Section (h)(6)(A)].

Date Signed

Signature of Principal or Designee

Mission Statement



Parental Involvement Mission Statement (Optional)
Response: Our mission is to support Pizzo Elementary School's commitment to implementing quality curriculum and instruction for every child, in a supportive and effective learning environment. Pizzo represents a strong, diverse, and vibrant community of learners who will be provided the opportunity to reach full potential in all areas.
Review Rubric:
Mission statements are written concisely, free of jargon, and parent-friendly and inspire stakeholders to be involved and supportive of the program. Strong mission statements include:
  • Explanation of the purpose of the parental involvement program;
  • Description of what will be done; and
  • Description of the beliefs or value of the LEA.

    Review Status:

    Review Comments:
    • Involvement of Parents



    Describe how the school will involve parents in an organized, ongoing, and timely manner, in the planning, review, and improvement of Title I programs including involvement in the decisions regarding how funds for parental involvement will be used [Sections1118(c)(3), 1114(b)(2), and 1118(a)(2)(B)].
    Response: SAC elections were held during August and September. Teachers voted for teachers, non-instructional voted for non-instructional, parents received an open invitation and voluntarily became members of our 2014-2015 SAC. The SIP as well as the Title 1 Parent Involvement Budget were both developed and a plan was drafted based on the input of all members. All SAC meetings are guided by an agenda. Minutes are recorded and placed as documentation into the T.A.S.K. box.

    We also use parent input forms and surveys as another means of increasing parent involvement and communication. The Problem Solving Leadership Team as well as each school-based committee assist in developing family driven events that support our parents and school community.
    Review Rubric:
    Strong responses include:
    • Identification of the group responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of the plans;
    • Description of the procedures for selecting members of the group;
    • Explanation of how the input from parents will be documented; and
    • Description of the process and involvement of parents in the development of required plans; and
    • Information on how the school will provide other reasonable support for parental involvement activities under section 1118 as parents may request [Section 1118(e)(14)].


    Review Status:

    Review Comments:
    Coordination and Integration



    Describe how the school will coordinate and integrate parental involvement programs and activities that teach parents how to help their children at home, to the extent feasible and appropriate, including but not limited to, other federal programs such as: Head Start, Early Reading First, Even Start, Home Instruction Programs for Preschool Youngsters, the Parents as Teachers Program, public preschool, Title I, Part C, Title II, Title III, Title IV, and Title VI [Section 1118(e)(4)].
    countProgramCoordination
    1English Language Learners (ELL).The ELL staff will coordinate two annual Parent Leadership Council meetings to inform ELL parents about programs offered through the district as well as events and services in the community. Information also includes how to receive translation services as well as how to schedule conferences with teachers or staff. The ELL staff serves on the school parent involvement committee.
    2EELP & ASD The ESE program will hold an informational meeting on learning activities for parents to help their children at home. Included are literacy activities to promote academic achievement and activities to help students become independent learners
    3Chat and Chewmeetings held quarterly to increase parent involvement and awareness
    4All Pro Dads and IMOM Breakfastsmeetings held quarterly to increase parent involvement and awareness
    5Title I Annual Meetingto inform parents of Title I
    Review Rubric:
    Strong responses include:
    • Identification of the specific federal programs; and
    • Description of how the programs will be coordinated.


    Review Status:

    Review Comments:
    Annual Parent Meeting



    Describe the specific steps the school will take to conduct an annual meeting designed to inform parents of participating children about the school’s Title I program, the nature of the Title I program (schoolwide or targeted assistance), Adequately Yearly Progress, school choice, supplemental educational services, and the rights of parents. Include timeline, persons responsible, and evidence the school will use to demonstrate the effectiveness of the activity [Section 1118(c)(1)].
    countActivity/TasksPerson Responsible TimelineEvidence of Effectiveness
    1A committee reviewed the School Climate and Perception SurveyLeadership Team,SACAugust/Septembersurvey results
    2Develop agenda, handouts, and presentation materials that address Title 1 requirementsPrincipal, Assistant Principal,Title 1 LiaisonAugust/SeptemberCopies of agenda and handouts.
    3Develop sign-in sheetsTitle 1 LiaisonSeptemberSign in sheets for meetings
    4Distribute Title I brochure and District Parent Involvement Policy brochure to all families in attenTitle I Liaison,TeachersSeptemberCopies of comment portion of District PIP that are returned to school and to District PI office
    5Maintain documentationPrincipal, Assistant Principal, Title 1 LiaisonOngoingTASK box housed in the principal’s office for monitoring purposes.
    Review Rubric:
    Strong responses include:
    • Identification of specific activities or tasks;
    • Identification of the person(s) responsible for completing the task;
    • Reasonable and realistic timelines; and
    • Description of the evidence the school will use to demonstrate the effectiveness and/or completion of the activity/task.

    Review Status:

    Review Comments:
    Flexible Parent Meetings



    Describe how the school will offer a flexible number of meetings, such as meetings in the morning or evening, and may provide with Title I funds, transportation, child care, or home visits, as such services related to parental involvement [Section 1118(c)(2)].
    Response: The parent involvement committee scheduled planned activities for various dates and times. Staff is available to conduct meetings throughout the school day based on parental needs. Our social worker is also available to provide detailed family support,as needed. The Student Services Team and Behavior Specialist are available and may be scheduled at various times throughout the day, including specific evenings. Resource Teachers are available to meet with parents during scheduled conferences,and other scheduled evening events.

    August-

    Meet the Teacher Night/Orientation/PAC Meeting 3:30 -5:30 PM

    September-

    Curriculum Night/ Annual Title 1 Meeting 5:00-7:00 PM

    Grandparent Breakfast 7:15-8:00 AM

    Boy Scout Orientation 6:00-7:00 PM

    Top Bull Celebration(stu of the month) 7:45-9:00 AM

    SES Tutoring Meeting for Parents 3:30-4:00 PM

    ASD Mom's Group 5:30-7:00 PM

    October-

    Math Family Night 4:00-6:00 PM

    ASD Mom's Group 5:30-7:00 PM

    I-MOM Presentation & SERVE/PTA Meeting 7:15-8:30 AM

    2 SAC Meetings 7:45-8:45 AM

    Top Bull Celebration 7:45-8:30 AM

    All Pro Dad Presentation & PTA/Serve Presentation 7:15-8:30 AM

    November-

    Conference Night 3:30-6:50 PM

    SAC Meeting 7:45-8:45 AM

    Great American Teach In 8:00-2:15

    Thanksgiving Parent Lunch 10:30-1:15

    TOP Bull Celebration 7:45-8:30 AM

    December-

    PTA Night/Snuggle Up and Read & Winter Concert 5:30-7:00 PM

    NJBC Inductions 5:00-6:00 PM

    All-Pro Dads Presentation & Reading/Writing Pres. 7:15-8:30 AM

    Top Bull Celebration 7:45-8:30 AM

    SAC Meeting 7:45-8:45 AM

    ASD Parent's Night Out 4:00-7:00 PM

    January-

    MOSI Night 5:00-7:00 PM

    IMom Breakfast & Math Presentation 7:15-8:30 AM

    ASD Mom's Group 5:30-7:00 PM

    Top Bull Celebration 7:45-8:30 AM

    SAC Meeting 7:45-8:45 AM

    Conference Night 3:30-6:50 PM

    February

    FCAT Family Night/Ice Cream Social/PTA Meeting 4:00-6:00 PM

    All Pro Dads & Math Presentation 7:15-8:30 AM

    Top Bull Celebration 7:45-8:30 AM

    SAC Meeting 7:45-8:45 AM

    March

    IMom Breakfast & Test Taking Strategies 7:15-8:30 AM

    ASD Mom's Group 5:30-7:00 PM

    SAC Meeting 7:45-8:45 AM

    Top Bull Celebration 7:45-8:30 AM

    April

    Top Bull Celebration 7:45-8:30 AM All Pro Dads Presentation & Test Taking Pres. 7:15-8:30 AM

    SAC Meeting 7:45-8:45 AM

    Conference Night 3:30-6:50 PM

    May

    Family Night/Science Exploration/ PTA Meeting 5:00-6:30 PM

    IMom Presentation 7:15-8:30 AM

    Top Bull Celebration 7:45-8:30 AM

    Review Rubric:
    Strong responses include:
    • Description of the process the school will use to ensure that workshops/meetings are offered at a flexible times; and
    • Specific examples of the flexible schedule offered to parents.


    Review Status:

    Review Comments:
    Building Capacity



    Describe how the school will implement activities that will build the capacity for strong parental involvement, in order to ensure effective involvement of parents and to support a partnership among the school involved, parents, and the community to improve student academic achievement [Section 1118(e)]. Describe the actions the school will take to provide materials and training to help parents work with their child to improve their child’s academic achievement [Section 1118(e)(2)].Include information on how the school will provide other reasonable support for parental involvement activities under Section 1118 as parents may request [Section 1118(e)(14)].
    countContent and Type of ActivityPerson Responsible Anticipated Impact on Student AchievementTimelineEvidence of Effectiveness
    1Curriculum Night – discuss expectations and review Sunshine State Standards with parentsFaculty and staffImprove achievement scoresSeptemberParent Input Forms/ Climate Survey
    2Title 1 and NCLB requirements - Annual Title 1 MeetingAssist Prin, Parent Involv Contact, T-1 LiaisonAll information given supports Family Engagement Plan Achieve GoalsSeptemberSign-in sheets
    3Family Learning Nights focused on either Reading, Math or ScienceReading Coach,SERVE, Reading/Math/ Science, Resource Teachers, Academic CommitteesImprove achievement scores October, November, December, February, May Surveys
    4IMOM & All Pro Dads : Offer Parenting Partners workshops to provide strategies that will enhance/ improve parenting skills in support of student learning IMOM & All Pro Dads Presentations information to parents on how they can help their children in support of student learning. presentations throughout the yearForms/Surveys
    5Conference Nights will be held to reinforce the parent- teacher –student assessment partnership that will result in an increase in student achievement Pizzo staff Provide information to parents on their child’s current level and develop a plan to reach their goals End of first, second and third quarters Parent Input Forms
    6FCAT Parent Workshop will be conducted. Parents will receive tips, hints and strategies to assist their child in preparation for the FCAT to make gains in academic achievement Assistant Principal, Resource Teachers Offer FCAT strategies to parents so that they can provide support at homeFebruary School Climate Perception Survey
    7Chat and Chew meetingsStudent Services Teamprovide informaiton and strategies to help child in sopport of student learningquarterly beginning in Octoberparent input forms/surveys
    8Meet and Greet nightPizzo staffsupport of student learning and parent involvementAugustparent input forms
    Review Rubric:
    Strong responses include:
    • Description of the content and type of activity including the following: o The state’s academic content standards and state student academic achievement standards, State and local assessments including alternative assessments, Parental involvement requirements of Section 1118, and How to monitor their child’s progress and work with educators to improve the achievement of their child;
    • Identification of the person(s) responsible;
    • Correlation to student academic achievement;
    • Reasonable and realistic timelines; and
    • Description of the evidence the LEA will use to demonstrate the effectiveness and/or completion of the activity/task


    Review Status:

    Review Comments:
    Staff Training



    Describe the professional development activities the school will provide to educate the teachers, pupil services personnel, principals, and other staff in how to reach out to, communicate with, and work with parents as equal partners, in the value and utility of contributions of parents, and in how to implement and coordinate parent programs, and build ties between parents and schools [Section 1118(e)(3)].
    countContent and Type of ActivityPerson Responsible Anticipated Impact on Student AchievementTimelineEvidence of Effectiveness
    1trainings, book studies and discussions will take place regarding how to improve the ability of staff to work effectively with parentsPizzo staffImprove the ability of staff to work effectively with parents to increase academic achievement. September - MaySurvey; discussions
    2Parent Community InvolvementTitle 1 Liaison, Assistant PrincipalCapacity building to create a supportive environment.TBDsign-in sheets; discussions
    Review Rubric:
  • Content and type of activity including the following:Valuefollowing:
    • Valuing of parental involvement,
    • Communicating and working with parents,
    • Implementation and coordination of parental involvement program,
    • Building ties between home and school,; and
    • Cultural sensitivity;
  • Identification of person(s) responsible;
  • Correlation to student academic achievement;
  • Reasonable and realistic timelines; and
  • Description of the evidence the LEA will use to demonstrate the effectiveness and/or completion of the activity/task.
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    Review Status:

    Review Comments:
    Other Activities



    Describe the other activities, such as parent resource centers, the school will conduct to encourage and support parents in more fully participating in the education of their children [Section 1118 (e)(4)].
    Response: Parent Resource Center- The Parent Resource Center and Community Resource binder will be maintained with current information regarding community resources and other information for parents. The Parent Resource Center will be open and available to parents throughout the school day. Information regarding the Resource Center will be included in the school Newsletter.

    Parent and Family Planning Events -Invitations will be sent out via various methods to invite parents to participate in the planning of parent events.
    Review Rubric:
    Strong responses include:
    • Identification of the type of activity;
    • Specific steps necessary to implement this activity;
    • Person(s) responsible;
    • Timeline; and
    • Description of the evidence the school will use to demonstrate the effectiveness and/or completion of the activity/task.

    Review Status:

    Review Comments:
    Communication



    Describe how the school will provide parents of participating children the following [Section 1118(c)(4)]:
    • Timely information about the Title I programs [Section 1118(c)(4)(A)];
    • Description and explanation of the curriculum at the school, the forms of academic assessment used to measure student progress, and the proficiency levels students are expected to meet [Section 1118(c)(4)(B)];
    • If requested by parents, opportunities for regular meetings to formulate suggestions and to participate, as appropriate, in decisions relating to the education of their children[Section 1118(c)(4)(C)]; and
    • If the schoolwide program plan under Section 1114 (b)(2) is not satisfactory to the parents of participating children, the school will include submit the parents’ comments with the plan that will be made available to the local education agency [Section 1118(c)(5)].
    Response: An address update/survey was sent to parents prior to the ending of the school year as an aid in planning for the fall. During the later part of July, the parent of each student was mailed a welcome card which included general information for effectively beginning the school year along with a "save the date" invitation to the Meet the Teacher Night. Our annual Meet the teacher night was again held the day before the first day of school. Parents visited classrooms but were also able to meet other staff, PTA, receive bus schedules and bands, meet specials and resource teachers, all who were housed in the cafeteria. Teacher gave parents information regarding the school wide program, curriculum, classroom procedures, assessments being utilized, and how to support their child at home. The parents also received the school and district parent handbook which included detailed information regarding our Title 1 School.



    During Curriculum Night a Title One Annual meeting session was held to discuss Title 1 information and District Title 1 policies. Parents were given Title 1 information and we will continue to provide Title 1 information throughout the school year.



    Curriculum is explained to parents during Curriculum Night and Family Learning Nights. Conference nights are also utilized to explain curriculum and assessment. Parents are invited to participate in decision making committees such as SAC. All parents are offered the opportunity to participate in committees. Monthly parent involvement activities have been scheduled as well as conference nights.



    Information is disseminated to parents through school newsletters and calendars which are sent out on a monthly basis.



    Flyers are sent out one week in advance prior to each event.



    Marquee-changed monthly to reflect current events



    School website's calendar is updated to reflect current events



    Parent Involvement, SAC, PTA, and Student Services Newsletter -specific information sent in monthly newsletter



    Parent Link-sent out the evening before an event in the form of communication as stated by the parent. For example, primary phone, secondary phone, or cell phone.



    Newsletters-sent on a monthly basis.



    The school will monitor the information that was provided to parents through surveys, attendance records and documentation of parent notification included in the Title 1 TASK box.
    Review Rubric:
    Strong responses include:
    • Process for providing information to parents;
    • Dissemination methods;
    • Reasonable and realistic timelines for specific parent notifications; and
    • Description of how the school will monitor that the information was provided.

    Review Status:

    Review Comments:
    Accessibility



    Describe how the school will provide full opportunities for participation in parental involvement activities for all parents (including parents with limited English proficiency, disabilities, and migratory children). Include how the school plans to share information related to school and parent programs, meetings, school reports, and other activities in an understandable and uniform format and to the extent practical, in a language parents can understand [Section 1118(e)(5) and 1118(f)].
    Response: All school to family communications are made available in several languages, as needed. ELL Spanish to English translators are available, as needed, including during conferences and family learning nights. District forms and publications are provided in English,Spanish and other languages to parents, as needed. Newsletters include a statement in students native language stating parents may come to school or call for full translation of information. Pizzo Elementary School will ensure that parents with disabilities are provided access to parent involvement activities and/or services, upon request, thru home visits, language translations, conference calls, etc.
    Review Rubric:
    Strong responses include:
    • Process the school will use for translating information into a parent’s native language;
    • Description of how the school will ensure that parents with disabilities will have access to parental involvement activities and/or services;
    • Description of how the school will ensure that information is available to parents considering the fluctuating student populations;
    • Specific languages in which information will be provided; and
    • Process the school will use to monitor that schools provide information to parents in a language they can understand, if feasible.

    Review Status:

    Review Comments:
    Discretionary Activities



    Discretionary School Level Parental Involvement Policy Components Check if the school does not plan to implement discretionary parental involvement activities. Check all activities the school plans to implement:
    countActivity Description of Implementation StrategyPerson Responsible Anticipated Impact on Student AchievementTimeline
    1Training parents to enhance the involvement of other parents [Section 1118(e)(9)];IMOM & All Pro Dad Presentations: These presentations will cover a variety of topics on how parents can help their child at each meeting.Administration, Title I Liason, Facilitators for each groupMore parents will become involved with their child’s learning ,social interactions, and relationships.Bi-Monthly
    2Maximizing parental involvement and participation in their children’s education by arranging school meetings at a variety of times, or conducting in-home conferences between teachers or other educators, who work directly with participating children, with parents who are unable to attend those conferences at school [Section 1118(e)(10)];Family Learning Night: Parent activities will be offered at a variety of times and daysResource Teachers, Title 1 Liaison, Asst. Principal, SACMore parents will be able to participate in activities and student achievement will increase.On Going
    3Developing appropriate roles for community-based organizations and businesses, including faith-based organizations, in parental involvement activities [Section 1118(e)(13)].SAC: Relationships were established with community, business, and faith based organizations to support school and parent involvement activities at PizzoTitle 1 Liaison, Administration, SACIncrease of resource, donations, and volunteer hours all leading to improvement of student achievement.On Going
    Review Rubric:
    Strong responses include:
    • Identification of the activity which may include the following:
    • Involving parents in the development of staff training, providing literacy training, paying reasonable and necessary expenses to conduct parental involvement activities, training parents to help other parents, adopting and implementing model parental involvement programs, organizing a local education agency parent advisory council, and/or developing roles for community organizations and/or business in parental involvement activities;
    • Description of the implementation strategy;
    • Identification of person(s) responsible;
    • Correlation to student academic achievement; and
    • Reasonable and realistic timelines.

    Review Status:

    Review Comments:
    Upload Evidence of Input from Parents



    Upload evidence of parent input in the development of the plan.
    Review Rubric:


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    Review Comments:
    Upload Parent-School Compact



    Note: As a component of the school-level parental involvement policy/plan, each school shall jointly develop, with parents for all children served under this part, a parent-school compact that outlines how parents, the entire school staff, and students will share the responsibility for improved student academic achievement Section 1118(d)].

    Upload an electronic version of the Parent-School Compact.
    Review Rubric:
    School-Parent Compact must include the following components:
    • Description of the school’s responsibility to provide high-quality curriculum and instruction in a supportive and effective learning environment that enables children to meet the State’s student academic achievement standards;
    • Identification of ways parents will be responsible for supporting their children’s learning (for example, monitoring attendance, homework completion, or television watching; volunteering in their child’s classroom; and participating as appropriate in decisions relating to the education of their children and positive use of extracurricular time); and
    • Highlight the importance of communication between teachers and parents on an ongoing basis through, at a minimum: parent-teacher conferences in elementary schools, at least annually, during which the compact will be discussed as it relates to the individual child’s achievement; Frequent reports to parents on their child’s progress; and Reasonable access to staff, opportunities to volunteer and participate in their child’s class, and observation of classroom activities; and
    • Evidence that parents were involved in the development/revisions to the compact [Section 1118(d), ESEA].


    Review Status:

    Review Comments:
    Upload Evidence of Parent Involvement in Development of Parent-School Compact



    Note: As a component of the school-level parental involvement policy/plan, each school shall jointly develop, with parents for all children served under this part, a parent-school compact that outlines how parents, the entire school staff, and students will share the responsibility for improved student academic achievement Section 1118(d)].

    Upload evidence of parent input in the development of the compact.
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    Review Comments:

    Evaluation of the previous year's Parental Involvement Plan

    Building Capacity Summary



    Provide a summary of activities provided during the previous school year that were designed to build the capacity of parents to help their children [Section 1118 (e)(1-2)]. Include participation data on the Title I annual meeting.
    countContent and Type of ActivityNumber of ActivitiesNumber of ParticipantsAnticipated Impact on Student Achievement
    1Meet and Greet event172establish rapport among staff and families
    2Title I Annual Meeting held 9/ 19 /13127Title I provisions
    3Curriculum Night/Open House150awareness of school, curriculum, etc
    4All Pro Dads/IMOM5130parenting strategies
    5Conference nights472academic sharing
    6Chat and Chew315parenting strategies/concerns
    7Science Festival-family activities170increased academic growth
    8Night at the Museum1127science
    9ELL Parent Meeting110bullying prevention strategies
    Review Rubric:
    Strong responses include the content and type of activity, number of activities, number of participants, and the correlation to student achievement.

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    Review Comments:
    Staff Training Summary



    Provide a summary of the professional development activities provided by the school during the previous school year to educate staff on the value and utility of contributions of parents; how to reach out to, communicate with, and work with parents as equal partners; the implementation and coordination of parent programs; and how to build ties between parents and the school [Section 1118 (e)(3)].
    countContent and Type of ActivityNumber of ActivitiesNumber of ParticipantsAnticipated Impact on Student Achievement
    1Title I Brochure presented156effective staff/parent collaborations
    2National Standards for Parent Involvement156create a suppoortive environment
    Review Rubric:
    Strong responses include the content and type of activity, number of activities, number of participants, and the correlation to student achievement.

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    Review Comments:
    Barriers



    Describe the barriers that hindered participation by parents during the previous school year in parental involvement activities. Include the steps the school will take during the current school year to overcome the barriers (with particular attention to parents who are economically disadvantaged, are disabled, have limited English proficiency, have limited literacy, or are of any racial or ethnic minority background) [Section 1118(a)(E)].
    countBarrier (Including the Specific Subgroup)Steps the School will Take to Overcome
    1must promote parental buy-in regarding school as a community resourcePlan activities that highlight our students' successes, e.g. student led conferences and performances of skills learned
    Review Rubric:
    Strong responses include:
    • Identification of barrier which hindered participation by parents in parental involvement activities (with particular attention to parents who are economically disadvantaged, are disabled, have limited English proficiency, have limited literacy, or are of any racial or ethnic minority background); and
    • Description of how the LEA will use the information gathered from the evaluation to design strategies for more effective parental involvement policies described in Section 1118.

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    Best Practices (Optional)



    Describe the parental involvement activity/strategy the school implemented during the previous schoool year that the school considers the most effective. This information may be shared with other LEAs and schools as a best practice. (Optional)
    countContent/PurposeDescription of the Activity
    Review Rubric:
    Activities described in this section should be correlated to student achievement and include sufficient detail that another LEA or school could use the information to develop a similar program.

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    If you have questions contact MaryLou Whaley at marylou.whaley@sdhc.k12.fl.us or 813-272-4431, ext: .