2022-2023 Title Parent Involvement Plan

Communication with Parents  

When and how Title I, Part A requirements are explained to parents  

• A informational flyers and newsletters will routinely be supplied to parents using our blackboard messaging system, social media and during parent involvement events   
• At a PTG meeting, requirements will be explained and an open forum will be held for parents to give input about their wishes for their school.  

How and when additional meetings will be held  

• At regularly scheduled PTG meetings during which the Principal’s report will be presented.  

How parents will be involved in planning, review and improvement of this plan/policy  

• Regularly scheduled PTG meetings   
• A survey will be disseminated through our blackboard messaging system seeking input on how to help parents be more involved and specifics parents have for making Stevens a better place for children throughout the school year.  

How parents will be provided information about the Title I, Part A program throughout the year.  

• The monthly newsletter will keep parents informed.    
• Stevens social media accounts and school website will also keep parents informed regularly.  
• Family Nights and Parent/Teacher Conferences will also provide opportunities for effective partnering.  
• The PTG is the main conduit for communication and input for parents at the school.    

How parents may request meetings, provide suggestions, and participate in decisions regarding their children’s education  

• Parents may request meetings via email, in person, or by phone.  
• Parents may provide suggestions through the annual school survey, attending PTG meetings, or contacting the school directly.  
• Parents attending parent/teacher conferences, or requesting meetings outside of conference weeks, are encouraged to actively participate in decisions regarding interventions on behalf of their children.  
• When limited English proficiency exists, the school utilizes district interpreters.  

How school personnel will respond to parent’s requests and suggestions  

• Staff members are committed to returning phone calls or emails the same day, or at least within 24 hours.  
• Parent suggestions for school improvement will be directed to building decision making bodies depending on the issue  

How parents will be involved in the development of the school/parent compact    

• Members of the PTG will work to draft the Stevens School/Parent Compact.  

Ways parents may be more effectively involved with school personnel in improving their children’s academic achievement  

• Volunteer opportunities, surveys are sent home at the beginning of the year.  
• Parents are encouraged to attend Family Involvement Events.  
• Parents are encouraged to participate in Parent/Teacher Conferences in September and March.  
• Progress Reports are given to parents at Parent/Teacher conferences. Additionally, a final report is given in June at the completion of the year.    
• Parents may access Curriculum Connections by visiting the  district website at:  http://www.spokaneschools.org/curriculum   
• Parents are provided with a pamphlet for each grade level in which they have a child attending at fall Open Houses.  This pamphlet outlines learning for the year.  
• Books are provided through classroom libraries and the school library for students to read at home with families.    

How this plan will be disseminated to parents  

•  Parent –Student Handbook and calendar  
• School Website  
• Blackboard Messenger   
• Social Media   
•  During PTG meetings  

Home communication/Examples of Student Work and Progress  

Classroom folders/binders sent home with school communication, student work samples and homework  

Volunteering  

Survey of volunteer opportunities sent our via blackboard messenger.  

Stevens Website  

Provides information regarding school events, how to contact staff members, other school/district information   

Family Information Calendar and Student Handbook  

Available on school website, includes information about school activities, student recognitions, rules/expectations, etc.  

Stevens Social Media Account   

Provide regular updates on happenings in building, school events, important parent information and other critical information   

Monthly Newsletter  

Sent home each month with pertinent school information, ideas on how to help children and an upcoming events calendar  via blackboard messenger.  

Classroom Parent Newsletters  

Provides information specific to each classroom.    

Stevens Social Media Account   

Provide regular updates on happenings in building, school events, important parent information and other critical information   

Classroom Open Houses /Resource Fair  

Opportunity to meet classroom teacher, learn about curriculum and expectations for the year and also an opportunity to become connected with resources and other stakeholder grounds in the community.  

Parent Teacher Conferences  

Opportunity for parents to confer with classroom teachers about student progress.  

Book Fair  

Opportunity for families to purchase inexpensive books to read with their children.    

Harvest Festival  

Opportunity for fun school activity.  

Truck or Treat  

Opportunity for fun family activity.  

2nd Harvest Food Distribution  

Access to healthy food for all families.  

PTG Turkey Bingo  

Opportunity for fun family activity.  

Parent Teacher Conferences  

Opportunity for parents to confer with classroom teachers about student progress.  

Cookies and Kits with Santa Family Night  

Opportunity for fun family activity.  

Stevens Family Night  

Opportunity for families to learn how to support their students socially, emotionally, and academically.   

Cultural Night  

Opportunity for families to explore and embrace the many cultures that make up the Stevens community.     

Donuts with Grown-Ups 

Opportunity for fun family activity.  

Stevens Family Night  

Opportunity for families to learn how to support their students socially, emotionally, and academically.   

Spring Carnival  

Opportunity for families to make connections with families and resources in the community.