Family and Community Partnerships
To engage all of our community partners in the education process to enhance opportunities for our students, and to be inclusive and transparent in our educational programs.
| Strategic Priority Two | Family and Community Partnerships |
|---|---|
| Why is this important? | Research verifies the need to create a safe and positive environment that establishes strong relationships between adults and students. Our high-poverty student population justifies this as a priority. The academic performance gaps stem partly from students’ and families’ lack of understanding about and belief in the power of education to transform their opportunities for success both in school and after their schooling is completed. This priority is about affecting that belief through student and family understanding. Families without earned income often suffer from increased levels of alcoholism, drug abuse, and domestic violence – with corresponding effects on children. Over 49% of the students enrolled in our schools qualify for free or reduced meals based on federal guidelines. Students with these demographics need these interventions. |
| Action steps related to the priority | Family and Community Partnerships |
| Evidence of Implementation | Back to School Nights Nights of Notable Showcase of Student Learning Barnyard Days Core Knowledge Themes Open House District Accountability Committee Booster Club School Board Meetings – Celebrations of Student Success Finance Committee Positive Parent Group Building Design Advisory Committee Southwest Colorado Education Collaborative San Juan BOCES Rotary Club Regional Community College/District Meetings Pinhead Institute Student Council – Thanksgiving Food Drive Student Council -Christmas Shopping for Elementary Students Backpack Program – Food Distribution Pinon Project PBIS District Newsletter Communication Initiatives Concurrent Enrollment Partnership Graduate Profile |
| Evidence of Impact | Family Surveys Student Retention High Graduation Rate Community Support |