Matthew A. Henson Elementary School
“High Expectations, Hard Work, Everyone Achieves.”
Mr. David Guzman, Principal
Mrs. Tary Scroggins, Assistant Principal
Parent Involvement Plan Addendum
SY 13-14
School Level Goal:
All MAH scholars will benefit from increased family and
community engagement that provides positive educational and
career opportunities for students.
Title I Annual Meeting
Families and community members were invited to attend the Title I Annual Meeting on
Wednesday, October 2, 2013 to learn about our school’s Title I programs and requirements. The
meeting was held in the School, Family & Community Center at 4:30 pm. Families and
community members were able to review and provide feedback in the following areas:
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Title I School Status/Rights of Title I Parents
School Performance Data
School Budget
Parent Involvement Plan
School-Parent Compact
Ways Parents can be involved in the school including volunteering
School-Parent Compact
The School - Parent Compact is a communication tool for parents, school staff, and students. The
School – Parent Compact is an agreement explaining how school staff, parents, and students will
support each other to ensure that students are successful.
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Integrating the School – Parent Compact with the SPP:
Initial Planning Session Dates: October 2, 2013, 4:30 pm; October 3, 2013, 8:00 am
Compact Review Dates: September 19, 2013, 5:00 pm; October 2, 2013, 4:30 am;
October 3, 2013, 8:00 am
The School – Parent Compact will be addressed in the following manner:
Back to School Night, Title I Annual Meeting, PTA meetings, SFC meetings, &
FSCE meetings
Quarterly Parent-Teacher Conferences
Parents were able to provide feedback weekly during morning meeting on Mondays
*If you are unable to make one of the meetings above, please be sure to review and sign your SchoolParent Compact when it is sent home in September.
The School- Parent Compact will also be available at www.baltimorecityschools.org/29
Communication
We will communicate with all families through:
□ The Monthly School Newsletter
□ The Matthew A. Henson Elementary School website www.baltimorecityschools.org/29
□ Monthly Parent, Community Meetings, and Neighborhood Association Meetings
□ Quarterly Parent- Teacher Conferences
□ Parent Link
□ Flyers
□ Marquee
Accessibility
We will accommodate all families by providing:
□ Timely notification of school events
□ Student tutoring during parent events
□ Updated school website (www.baltimorecityschools.org/29)
□ Flexible meeting times (8:00 am, 3:00 pm, 4:00 pm, 5:00 pm)
□ Interpretation/Translations for English Language Learner Families (ELL), and
ASL for Hearing Impaired families
□ Staff are also available via email or by setting up a parent teacher conference
Title I Parent Involvement Allocation
As part of our school’s Title I program, we receive additional funds each year that help support
the implementation of our Parent Involvement Plan.
FY 13 Allocation: $3258.00
Parents were invited on Wednesday, October 2, 2013 at 4:30 pm to give input on how these
dollars should be spent. Parents were also able to provide feedback during Back to School night
on Thursday, September 19, 2013 and a morning meeting on Thursday, October 3, 2013.
Students backpacked the budget form home and students returning the compact and budget form
will receive a husky buck for returned forms. We will work together to create the Title I Parent
Involvement Spending Plan.
Parent Programs
Celebrating Grandparent’s Day, September 9, 2012: Grandparents attend a luncheon hosted
by students. The day includes a math lesson that grandparents engage in jointly with students.
The lesson/activity was designed to assist the adult in working with students at home to acquire
calculation and problem-solving skills. No cost.
Family Literacy Night, October 30, 2013 at 5:00 pm: Families and students in Pk-5th are able
to engage in activities that target students’ areas of need in literacy. The event also gives families
additional ways to support their students’ literacy learning at home. Cost:$500 towards
incentives and food.
Family Math Night, November 20, 2013, at 5:00 pm: Families and students in Pk-5th are able
to engage in activities that target students’ areas of need in math. The event also gives families
additional ways to support their students’ math learning at home. Cost:$500 towards incentives
and food.
Parent Portal Training, October 30, 2013 at 5:00 pm: Parents will receive support in
monitoring their children access to the internet and navigating online services for parents.
Parents will also be offered training throughout year. Cost: TBA
Volunteer Recognition and Appreciation Banquet, February, 2013: The event is designed to
show appreciation for the hard work that volunteers are doing within and outside of the school
that supports MAH scholars’ achievement. Cost: TBA.
Anti-Bullying and Nonviolence Workshop, February, 2013: The event is designed as a forum
for families, students, and community members to discuss the impact of bullying and violence
within the school and community. The attendees will be provided with information on bullying
and strategies that can help to decrease it. The attendees will create a collaborative plan that
shareholders will implement to decrease bullying and violence within the school and community.
Cost: TBA.
Workshop: Preparing Parents for Standardized Testing, February, 2013: This session will
provide detailed information related to MSA and Stanford 10 assessments. It will identify ways
parents can assist their child in preparing for and performing well on standardized tests. Cost:
TBA.
Are You Ready for Middle School, November 9, 2013, 9-12 pm: This activity is designed to
assist parents and students in the middle school selection process. Schools are invited to come
and share information about their programs. Parents and students can ask questions and get
information about applying to the individual schools. Cost: TBA.
Partner Programs
Omega Psi Phi, SY 13-14: The fraternity offers a variety of opportunities that include, but is not
limited to resources, mentoring, field trips, tutoring, Saturday school, & Career Day ( November,
2013).
Coppin State University, SY 13-14: the University offers support in the classroom, tutoring,
resources, and Saturday school.
Matthew A. Henson Neighborhood Association, SY 13-14: The association offers support
through volunteering and community resources.
Office of Early Learning, SY 13-14: the Office of Early Learning supports the early learning
program at MAH through a variety of workshops.
New Beginnings, SY 12-13: the organization assists in supporting attendance goals.
Dynasty Marching Band, SY 13-14: the organization provides a positive afterschool program
for students to learn teamwork, discipline, and maintaining a healthy body.
PartyMarty, SY 13-14: the business provides resources for the school’s yearly end of the year
event.
FutureCare Sandtown, SY 13-14: the health & management facility offers a yearly October
event and invites students from surrounding schools.
Tavon Mason, former New York Jet, April, 2013: coordinator of Sports Day, an event
designed to engage MAH students in physical activities.
Dance Baltimore, SY 13-14: The organization provides opportunities for MAH parents to
improve and support their physical health through dance. Saturday dance classes in October.
Girls Scouts, 13-14: The organization works with MAH 3rd-5th grade students to help
them build courage, confidence, and courage.
U2Can Organization, 13-14: The organization provides guidance, support, and training to
parents to support their children’s learning in reading. Workshops with a focus on a
variety of topics every 3rd Tuesday of the month from September, 2013 to May, 2014.
Easterwood SY 13-14
Smart Steps Before and Aftercare: SY 13-14: provided before and aftercare for MAH
students. Offers activities, such as tutoring, Zumba, dance, and arts.
The Maryland Parental Information Resource Center assists parents and educators
as they address issues related to family involvement and closing the achievement
gap, please visit: www.mdpirc.org
This plan was jointly developed with parents, For a copy of the plan or if you have any feedback, please contact the Family,
School & Community Engagement Lead, Darlene Copeland (410) 396-0776.