Brookmeade Elementary
2012-2013 Parent/School Compact
The Brookmeade Elementary Parent/School Compact was developed jointly with stakeholders. This is a binding agreement that outlines how
parents/school/students will share responsibility for improving student academic achievement. All parties who sign must declare intent to help to achieve stated
objectives.
Student Agreement
It is important that I work to the best of my ability. Therefore, I shall strive to do the following:
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Abide by the safety rules set forth by our school and Board of Education
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Attend school regularly and on time
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Come to school each day with supplies: pencil, paper and other necessary materials for learning
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Complete and turn in class work and homework assignments
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Respect and cooperate with other students and adults
Signature _______________________________________________ Date _____________
Parent/Guardian Agreement
I want my child to achieve his/her fullest potential. Therefore, I will be responsible for supporting my child’s learning by doing
the following:
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Encourage my child’s effort and be available for questions
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Encourage the use of safety rules set forth by our school and Board of Education
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Provide a quiet place for study, establish a time for homework, and review it regularly
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Reading and purchase books at home for entertainment
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See that my child is punctual and attends school regularly
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Make sure and stay aware of what my child is learning
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Support the school in its efforts to maintain proper discipline
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Communicate regularly with my child’s teacher to monitor his/her progress
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Encourage my child to resolve conflicts in a positive way
Signature _______________________________________________ Date ____________
Teacher Agreement
It is important that students achieve. Therefore, I will strive to do the following:
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Have high expectations for all of my students
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Help my students meet MCS and state standards
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Encourage students and parents by providing weekly information about student progress and success
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Communicate student progress during parent/teacher conferences and other scheduled appointments
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Provide an orderly, secure, supportive and effective learning environment to enhance optimal learning
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Provide high quality curriculum, instruction and supportive homework assignments for students
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Employ various instructional strategies and techniques to meet the needs of my students
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Provide opportunities for parents to volunteer, participate and observe in their child’s class
Signature _______________________________________________ Date ____________
Principal/School Agreement
I support this document of parental involvement. Therefore, I shall strive to do the following:
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Have challenging expectations for students, families, and staff
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Provide an environment that emphasizes the importance of teacher/parent communication and allows for positive
communication among students, parents, and teachers
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Support teachers’ and students’ efforts to achieve and maintain safety and order
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Ensure implementation of MCS academic programs as directed by district
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Provide professional development opportunities for teachers and parents
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Foster parent/teacher relationships by allowing parent access to staff
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Schedule Title I meeting(s) to discuss the school-parent compact and its relationship to individual student achievement
Signature _______________________________________________ Date ____________
Revised 10/12
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