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92. Engaging Parents in Student 92. Engaging Parents in Student Learning K12Learning K12
Presenter: Nuri D. Ayres
Welcome!
Supporting Families and Communities
Reauthorizing the Elementary and Secondary Education Act
Supporting Families and CommunitiesSupporting Families
Proposed NCLB Reauthorization
•Comprehensive district approaches to family engagement
• Requires that districts and schools develop comprehensive, systemic plans for sustained family engagement
Proposed NCLB Reauthorization
•2 percent of funds from the Title I, Part A, program in ESEA. Districts will spend a minimum of $270 million nationally on parent and family engagement
Proposed NCLB Reauthorization
•Will use family engagement strategies that increase student achievement and create a welcoming environment
•Strong collaboration between families and their children’s teachers, schools, and districts.
USDOE, 2010
Types of Parent Involvement
•Home Focused•School Focused•Partnership Focused
1. The KLT Factor
2. Building Parent Friendly Schools
3. Activity
•KNOW•Meet and greet•Parking lot Meetings•Positive phone calls•Post cards•Letters home
1. The KLT Factor
1. The KLT Factor•LIKE•Opportunities to get
to know the staff•Movie Nights with
Parent Café•Helping parents
help their children• Internet Safety Workshop
•TRUST•Family Photo Night•Parent selected
workshops•Focus groups•Principal's Tea•School Signage
1. The KLT Factor
2. Building Parent Friendly Schools
Why Some Schools Lock Their Doors
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY ALL VISITORS TO THE SCHOOL, INCLUDING
FAMILIES, MUST SIGN IN AND EXPLAIN THEIR BUSINESS IN THE SCHOOL BUILDING TO THE
DOOR/HALL MONITOR. THIS PROCEDURE APPLIES ALL DAY LONG,
ESPECIALLY IN THE MORNING AND AT DISMISSIAL TIME.
ALL CHILDREN ARE TO BE LEFT AT THE SCHOOL
DOOR OR PLAYGROUND AND WILL BE ESCORTED BY SCHOOL PERSONNEL
(Example # 1)
PRINCIPAL’S DIRECTIVE:
PRINCIPALS WELCOME(Rewrite of Example 1)
TO VISITORS AND FAMILIES PLEASE SIGN IN WITH THE DOOR/HALL MONITOR AND RECEIVE A WELCOME BADGE SO STUDENTS MAY ENTER AND EXIT SAFELY, PARENTS ARE ASKED TO WAIT OUTSIDE THE BUILDING AT ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL TIMES. CHILDREN WILL BE MET AT THE DOOR AND ESCORTED TO THEIR CLASSROOMS. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO SPEAK TO YOUR CHILD’S TEACHER, PLEASE COME TO THE OFFICE AND MAKE ARRANGEMENTS.
WARNING
ALL VISITORS TO THE SCHOOL DISTRICT
MUST REPORT TO THE MAIN OFFICEAND OBTAIN A VISITOR’S PASSIMMEDIATELY UPON ENTERING
THESCHOOL
VIOLATORS MAY BE SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL PROSECUTION
Negative example # 2
WELCOME
We are glad you are here! FOR THE STUDENTS’ SAFETY, WE
REQUIRE ALL VISITORS TO COME TO THE SCHOOL OFFICE TO GET A
WELCOME BADGE.
YOU MAY BE SUBJECT TO
LOVINGOUR GREAT SCHOOL
Positive Rewrite of Example # 2
Ask How You Can Help Our School
Welcome To Our School!May Your Visit Be
Pleasant And Worthwhile___________________________
All Visitors and Guests Are Required to Register At TheSchool Office
SPECIAL NOTICE
1. Students Are Released From The Building Only Through The Office2. Trespassing Or Loitering On School Premises Is Strictly Prohibited
Welcome To Our School!May Your Visit Be
Pleasant And Worthwhile___________________________
All Visitors and Guests Are Required to Register At TheSchool Office
SAFETY PROCEDURES
1. Students Are Released From The Building Only Through The Office2. Trespassing Or Loitering On School Premises Is Strictly Prohibited
“ Campus is regularly inspected by detection canines for prohibited items in order to provide you with a safe learning environment”
Another Door Sign
Rewrite of Door Sign
“For the safety of our school community, this campus is regularly inspected for prohibited items using leashed K-9 dogs”
Creating Parent Friendly Schools•Multi-Lingual Building signs•Building maps•Greeters•Hall monitors
• Office staff• Bulletin boards• Parent Friendliness
survey
More Ideas for “Parent Friendly” Schools
• Door Monitors should be trained in “customer service”
• Guidelines for greeting visitors and parents should be established
• Start a parent center• Have a translator on call• “Welcome Badges” and school maps
should be readily available
Handbooks for Leaders
Activities for K-6 and 7-12 Schools
• 9 Chapters• 20 Individual Activities • “Done for you” Parent Involvement
Activities•Contains the directions you need to
sponsor a successful event at your school
•Can be used by a staff member, parent or volunteer
Using Activities Effectively
1. Parent Information Survey• Results• School Goals
2. Selecting The Action Packet Leader
Using Activities Effectively•Directions
•Step by Step•Planning Calendar•Flyers and Reminders•Agendas•Sign-in Forms•Evaluations•Data Collection
Sample Activity for Building K.L.T.
•Activity 1
•Helping Your Child With Homework
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Using Activities Effectively
•Other Features–Sign-in Sheets–Thanks You’s
Using Activities Effectively
•Data Collection
Activity
Movie Night and State-Testing Preview Workshop
Save the DateMovie Night and State-Testing Preview Workshop
While your child watches a movie, learn about the state tests that he or she faces.
Where:_______________________________________________
When:_______________________________________________
Refreshments will be served!
If you have any questions, please contact: _____________________
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Movie Night and State-Testing Preview Workshop
Where:_______________________________________________
When:_______________________________________________
Activities for the evening:
Information about grade-level state testing Test-taking tips to help your child prepare for the testQuestion-and-answer session at the end of presentationTake-home materials
Having trouble getting here?
Call _____________ to arrange a ride to school.
Refreshments will be served!
If you have any questions, please contact________________________
(Please tear off and return to school by: )------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Movie Night and State-Testing Preview Workshop
Name: __________________________
I can attend (# attending_____)
Phone: __________________________
I cannot attend
Child(ren)’s name(s)
I need transportation
Remember tomorrow is:
Movie Night and State-Testing Preview WorkshopWhile your child watches a movie, learn about the state tests that he or she faces.
It’s not too late to join us!
Where:_______________________________________________
When:_______________________________________________
Refreshments will be served!
If you have any questions, please contact: ______________________
Movie Preview WorkshopAgenda
WelcomeEvening’s agenda presented
Separation of parents and children
Workshop being presented/movie being shown at the same time
Question-and-answer session
Parents join their children for remainder of the movie
Snacks are distributed
Closing and thank you
Questions and Answers
Nuri D. Ayres, Education Consultant
International Center for Leadership in Education
(813)-215-3671
Contact Information