docs.google.com/forms/d/17q7uafrj-mzjube6yakhrh40ao4vujhjmcpilojx8vq/edit Please identify your child's current grade level(s):185 responses Value Count K 14 1 20 2 15 3 19 4 20 5 19 6 14 7 22 8 12 9 36 10 16 11 15 12 1 Please indicate the Race of the parent/guardian completing the survey:185 responses 1/29
American Indian or Alaskan Native 1 Asian 8 Black or African American 20 Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander 0 White 117 Two or more races 16 I decline to answer 23 Please indicate the Ethnicity of the parent/guardian completing the survey:185 responses Hispanic or Latino 36 Not Hispanic or Latino 128 I decline to answer 21 How long have you had a child attending this school?185 responses 2/29
This is the first year 48 2-4 years 83 5-8 years 44 More than 8 years 10 Communication 1) I have been informed about the curriculum/academic requirements for my child's grade level:185 responses Strongly Agree 89 Agree 63 Neutral 22 Disagree 9 Strongly Disagree 1 Not clear about the outline for curriculum for the year in advance 1 2) My child's school informs me regularly about his/her academic progress:185 responses 3/29
Strongly Agree 86 Agree 57 Neutral 23 Disagree 15 Strongly Disagree 4 3) I am aware that there are parent resources available to me at my child's school:185 responses Strongly Agree 82 Agree 58 Neutral 28 Disagree 15 Strongly Disagree 1 Not aware 1 4) I am informed in a timely manner about workshops/activities at my child s school (by Parent/Community Newsletter, Parent Calendar, Weekly Alert Emails, Friday Folders, Social Media, Website, etc.,) that educate/inform parents about curriculum/educational goals and are offered at flexible times:185 responses 4/29
Strongly Agree 93 Agree 60 Neutral 16 Disagree 11 Strongly Disagree 2 5) Please select 4 of the school's forms of communication that you find most useful:185 responses 5/29
Value Count Parent/Community Newsletter 69 Teacher Newsletters/E-mails 128 Friday Folders 84 Weekly Alert E-mails 129 Parent Calendar 22 School Website 56 Teacher Websites 18 Social Media 21 School Advisory Body 1 PTO General Meetings 10 PTO Website 17 FOCUS 72 Student Planners 16 Phone call from the school 22 Automated phone or text message 67 6) I am informed about the Title I program at my child s school and the required Title I parent notifications, such as the annual Title I Meeting in September, the Title I Compact, and the Parent and Family Engagement Plan (PEFP):185 responses Strongly Agree 65 Agree 58 Neutral 33 Disagree 12 Strongly Disagree 4 6/29
Not Applicable 13 7) I know how to access the Parent and Family Engagement Plan (PEFP) and School Improvement Plan (SIP) on the school s website:185 responses Strongly Agree 36 Agree 49 Neutral 41 Disagree 49 Strongly Disagree 7 never looked for it/not applicable 1 Not sure 1 I am sure I could find it on the website if needed but have not been given instructions on how to do so. 1 8) Please provide feedback regarding progress made towards the 2017-2018 SIP Strategic Goals and overall implementation of the SIP: (The summary can be found here http://www.adhus.fau.edu/title_i/title_i.php ) N/A (4) None (4) n/a (2) Very good (2) Mediocre progress. N/a I did not know this document existed. 7/29
I'm pleased with the progress made. We think the school has done a great job academically with our children Not aware of the subject Strong infusion of technology to reach all levels of learners The school continues to strive for excellence by pushing the normal boundaries of education. I don't feel afraid to schedule a meeting. I haven't had much teach interaction but I feel like if I wanted it then I could easily arrange it. Great done!!! I think as a new parent it can be hard to tell where to prioritize my efforts. Perhaps this is just a natural progression but I feel like I am starting to get a good idea of my role in my child's second year. Neutral Goo progress They do a great job. I appreciate the efforts. I don t get to attend meetings in person very often having regular information about meeting minutes or a taped video presence/live link, I think would be useful. Really haven't heard much about it. None at this time No feedback Na As a parent I appreciate how the school works hard to keep parents informed on all things that are happening in the school.? Great achievement! I found it to be informative and thorough with all my questions. The school is doing a great job getting family informed and involved. Parents were more aware of events and learning progresses which is good. No comment 8/29
9) Please provide recommendations for the 2018-2019 SIP for continued progress towards strategic goals: N/A (5) None (4) n/a (2) hold parent meetings for upper classmen N/a NA Provide strategies and supports to close the achievement gap in our students I strongly support the emphasis on research at earlier and earlier ages. Stronger communication through the use of technology. Less Paper. More training to all faculty to make it more consistent at all levels - not just elementary. More training offered to teachers who are not fully onboard with Google classroom, or in-sync with their grade-level team. Full usage of Google classroom would support the individualized, targeted learning goal. High school kids are treated like college kids and that took a little getting use too. Neutral Continue to improve None at this time. Information is key, making that info easy to access through already used mediums I believe is very useful. I love seesaw and class dojo so that I can participate without having to be there in person at the SAB or other on location meetings. Taped meetings would also be useful No recommendations to give. None at this time No additional recommendation at this time. Na I am happy with how everything is going so far. I have no current reccommendations 9/29
? I strongly suggest improving proactive communication lines between teacher and parent (not just progress reports, but proactive forms of communication).... Keep the great work! Email/text alerts of deadlines for forms or payments. No comment 10) Please list any additional comments for this section: N/A (5) None (5) n/a (2) There needs to be more information given to parents of upperclassmen. I understand that they are "college students" but they are also still young and parents need to be in the loop about requirements and expectations. N/a Improve school security no matter the cost communication to parents about high school students grades, requirements, activities is lacking The monthly newsletter is a great addition to the informational portal. Always interesting to hear what the other grades are accomplishing, the accolades of the sports and various academic teams, and the upcoming events to include on our calendars. I am looking to help coordinate internship opportunities for our high school students. Get parent's their own Google interface instead of using the student's username and password. Interface Focus and Google Classroom for a one-stop-shop experience for students and parents. Teachers and faculty tried hard to keep parents up to date by also keep the high school kids independent. None at this time Na 10/29
It would be nice to have parent workshops on alternative times during the week as Thursdays don't work for us and they never work with our work schedules, so if this can be rotated to Mondays, Wednesdays or Fridays, it would be most helpful and appreciated! Was not aware of the SIP More individual counseling for academics for college transitioning. Parental Involvment 11) The school provides opportunities for parent/guardian involvement:185 responses Strongly Agree 100 Agree 58 Neutral 20 Disagree 6 Strongly Disagree 0 12) The most convenient time of day to attend parent involvement activities/workshops is:185 responses Before school (7:00-8:30 am) 44 11/29
During the school day 39 After School (4:30-6:00 pm) 42 Evenings (after 6:00 pm) 56 All of these times work at different time. 1 All work with advance notice 1 Any time after 4:30 to 9pm would work 1 after drop off in morning 1 13) What parent involvement activities have you found most beneficial during the 2017 2018 school year? (Select all that apply.)185 responses Value Count Meet the Teacher 104 Curriculum Night/ Open Houses 102 Information Sessions (e.g. Title I Info 49 Grade Level Events (e.g., Classroom Wri 46 School-Wide Events (e.g. Hispanic Histo 42 Parent Workshops 41 Recognition Events (e.g. Awards, Gradua 78 14) What type of parent involvement activities are you interested in attending for the 2018 2019 school year?185 responses 12/29
Value Count Meet the Teacher 109 Curriculum Night 96 Parent Workshops 81 Grade Level Events 111 School-Wide Events 72 Recognition Events 98 15) I am aware that I have the opportunity to participate in the decision making process regarding various topics which could include: programs, funding, and the development of the School Improvement Plan (SIP) and Parent and Family Engagement Plan (PEFP):185 responses Strongly Agree 59 Agree 59 Neutral 45 Disagree 15 Strongly Disagree 6 13/29
16) I am aware of the various volunteer opportunities available to me at my child's school:185 responses Strongly Agree 91 Agree 61 Neutral 24 Disagree 7 Strongly Disagree 0 17) Please list any additional comments for this section: N/A (3) n/a (2) None (2) N/a The school does good job on planing student events great PTO website and teachers are responsive to volunteer involvement PTO at this school is amazing at bringing the school community together and allowing parents to be part of their children's school lives. Maybe more rime options for inforational meetings None Not aware of organized voluntary activities for parents Teaching and Learning 14/29
18) The curriculum is appropriately challenging for my child:185 responses Strongly Agree 89 Agree 75 Neutral 13 Disagree 2 Strongly Disagree 3 19) My child's teacher(s) are considerate of my child's individual learning needs and abilities:185 responses Strongly Agree 84 Agree 57 Neutral 25 Disagree 10 Strongly Disagree 4 20) My child understands the expectations in the classroom regarding behavior and academics:185 responses 15/29
Strongly Agree 119 Agree 62 Neutral 3 Disagree 0 Strongly Disagree 1 21) My child is actively engaged during instructional time:185 responses Strongly Agree 96 Agree 66 Neutral 16 Disagree 4 Strongly Disagree 0 22) Which 4 of the following words or phrases best describes, in general, the kinds of things your child is most often DOING while at school?185 responses 16/29
Value Count Listening to the teacher 127 Completing brief projects 53 Completing long projects 17 Writing 78 Thinking 88 Memorizing 19 Completing worksheets 43 Working with others 101 Working alone 21 Completing challenging work 64 Completing easy work 12 Recording, presenting, or demonstrating 47 Taking tests 70 23) What recommendations do you have to improve instruction towards increased student achievement? N/A (4) None (3) N/a Keep classes small We loved the very special projects that our child did in Mrs. Pavek's 1st grade. These were challenging and motivating. Would love to see more of the special learning projects. 17/29
checking in with students and parents mid-term. include parents in emails sent to students regarding deadlines, etc. Each child is different and should be treated as such. Keep guiding & help the students improve their grades Explicit instruction and strategies to close the achievement gap and excel students' overall achievement levels The more critical thinking types of projects, the better for student readiness into the world. High achieving academic students should be put into groups/accelerated environments whether it's advanced classes or advanced learning groups in the individual classrooms - I am confident that the higher level students aren't being challenged in each subject. Math seems to be the only area where they have accelerated learning opportunities, from elementary and middle Just staying creative in teaching so that there is involvement by all students. Being able to motivate all types of learners with projects, etc. Provide parents with more details on the curriculum and additional resources so parents can assist and reinforce what is required for the child to learn in the classes. Help teachers to understand special needs (big gap). Ensure teachers are boosting the children's strengths and assisting their weaknesses. No comment More learning through play/projects Possibly more hands on/real world learning however I defer to the experts I find some of the current curriculums are not easy to understand. I think they are more difficult to learn. To continue allowing the teachers with the freedom to adjust lessons as situations change within the classroom. Have workshops for the students with a teacher that can help them work through any difficulty that they may be having with any of their classes. should ensure all students participate in group project Better linkage with FAU n/a I think the instruction given at Henderson is excellent. Improvement is needed as to how parents can better support their child's learning at home. We need more direction, as a lot of 18/29
the teaching styles have changed since we were our child's age. Listen to what the students have to say. None. More challenging special projects. For students to improve more, they should perform more hands on projects and listen to the teacher to process these topics. Communicate "Common Core" teaching techniques with parents. Should inform the parents of the child's progress and behavior Curriculum should match the textbook provided by the teacher 24) Please list any additional comments for this section: None (3) N/A (2) N/a Maybe a little less reliance on technology for homework. We feel there is so much of it for the kids to come home and have to hop on the computer for more we would like to see more creative thinking projects that do not involve just reliance on technology. Keep up the good work I strongly suggest at least two teacher-parent conferences a year. I don't feel one towards the beginning of the year is enough for us to truly understand how our children are doing. We should have at least one more in the 2nd half of the year so we have the opportunity to ask questions and understand how our child is doing. Really happy with the education here. Would recommend starting Spanish in the curriculum as well as more art in STEAM No comment I enjoyed the additional of google classroom None More tactile art opportunities. Ms Marbach has been of extreme value to my daughter's learning path this year, she cares for my daughter and wants to see her succeed. She deserves a commendation from teacher of the year! 19/29
None come to mind INSTRUCTORS WERE EXCELLENT AND OFFERED ASSISTANCE WHENEVER NEEDED n/a Spanish teacher is a great teacher. Very caring and effective. The 7th grade ELA teacher is also very effective. N/S Better communication between parents and teachers about individual needs of child Climate & Culture 25) I feel welcome at my child's school:185 responses Strongly Agree 104 Agree 45 Neutral 19 Disagree 8 Strongly Disagree 3 26) Generally speaking my child has a positive attitude toward school:185 responses 20/29
Strongly Agree 106 Agree 68 Neutral 8 Disagree 1 Strongly Disagree 0 27) The administration treats my child with respect:185 responses Strongly Agree 101 Agree 64 Neutral 12 Disagree 2 Strongly Disagree 3 28) The teachers treat my child with respect:185 responses Strongly Agree 104 Agree 59 21/29
Neutral 7 Disagree 6 Strongly Disagree 2 29) The support staff (ESE, ELL, Coaches, Counselors, etc. ) provides adequate services and assistance:185 responses Strongly Agree 96 Agree 50 Neutral 27 Disagree 7 Strongly Disagree 2 30) The school recognizes and supports individual differences and cultures:185 responses Strongly Agree 92 Agree 58 Neutral 22 Disagree 9 22/29
Strongly Disagree 3 31) The school provides opportunities for my child to participate in extracurricular activities:185 responses Strongly Agree 86 Agree 67 Neutral 13 Disagree 7 Strongly Disagree 5 32) The school offers activities and events that promote a "family like" atmosphere:185 responses Strongly Agree 81 Agree 69 Neutral 23 Disagree 6 Strongly Disagree 3 23/29
33) I am satisfied with the school's breakfast and lunch services as well as the menu alternatives:185 responses Strongly Agree 34 Agree 33 Neutral 37 Disagree 21 Strongly Disagree 15 N/A 34 34) My child has positive relationships with their classroom teacher(s):185 responses Strongly Agree 98 Agree 60 Neutral 10 Disagree 7 Strongly Disagree 1 35) The administration of school discipline is fair and consistent:185 responses 24/29
Strongly Agree 76 Agree 61 Neutral 28 Disagree 6 Strongly Disagree 6 36) I am satisfied with the cleanliness of the school's facilities:185 responses Strongly Agree 89 Agree 72 Neutral 13 Disagree 6 Strongly Disagree 1 37) The school provides a safe learning environment for my child:185 responses 25/29
Strongly Agree 103 Agree 65 Neutral 8 Disagree 4 Strongly Disagree 0 38) I feel the classroom environment encourages creativity and innovation:185 responses Strongly Agree 86 Agree 76 Neutral 12 Disagree 4 Strongly Disagree 0 39) Which 4 of the following words best describe, in general, the interactions YOU have with staff at your child's school?185 responses 26/29
Value Count Important 80 Brief 74 Trusting 50 Respectful 137 Supportive 108 Helpful 103 Empowering 10 Distant 25 Collaborative 37 Isolating 8 Comfortable 74 Uncomfortable 10 Useless 13 40) Please list any additional comments for this section: 27/29
None (3) N/a N/A Communication is key, shouldn t always be by technology, we need one on one with our teachers please Would like to see an open fruit bar again for the kids to choose healthy choices throughout the date. The menu and the amount of food for the kids should be updated. Serving amounts for growing children that are active and engaged all day should be upped. Lunch portions are minimal and not sufficient to keep our kids full during the days. I find that the teachers are very responsive and when needed I've gotten support that we needed at the administrative levels, it's also easy to get information needed and navigate to get questions answered. The staff is so great here. They work so hard keeping the kids safe which is becoming critical now. The front desk is super sweet. The nurse is amazing. The traffic controllers are so amazing basically risking their life and dealing with some serious dangerous drivers. The Principle/V.P. are so approachable and professional. I think sports/club communication would be great to improve & there would be more involvement. For instance and huge calendar with EVERYTHING (acadmics, sports, clubs, competitions, trips,) on it would be so great. Another example is communicating ahead of time of weekends the clubs would be competing, etc. Some parents have to arrange work schedules to drive the kids. You all are amazing teachers and work so hard and I support you in every way. We feel so lucky to have Mrs. Schaefer for kindergarten. She truly has a gift for teaching Excellent school, amazing staff. It's clear that everyone is on the same page! best school hands down because of parents engagement. The staff at ADHUS is nothing shy of amazing. They make every parent feel like they are the most important family on campus! I would like to see more social and emotional support programs for the older elementary grades leading into middle school. In middle school, I would like to see that the students are continuing to build life skills in addition to the academics. I can't say enough about the relationship between the teachers and my children. They genuinely care about their academic goals, their progress and their lives outside of the classroom. They have been challenged to be creative while pursuing a program with academic rigor. The bock schedule has allowed for more electives which has been a plus as well. Would like to see the band brought back as I think most high schools have a band and that those students who attend FAU High might also have the opportunity to participate in FAU's Marching Owls. Not necessarily a full symphonic band, but at least try and put together some 28/29
small ensembles for students who may be interested. We truly appreciate all of your feedback, and your involvement in your child s education! 29/29