Transcript Dr. Ernest Everett Just Middle School

Dr. Ernest Everett Just
Middle School
Cherie R. Smith
Parent Liaison
Welcome Parents and Students to the
2008-2009 School Year!
I am very excited about the opportunity to serve as
your Parent Liaison. I am here to bridge the gap
between maintaining a strong relationship with
home, school and community.
Mission Statement
To encourage parents and caregivers to take a more
proactive and hands on approach in their child’s
academic achievement. Through active volunteerism,
becoming knowledgeable about school rules &
regulations, learning how to interpret data as it relates
to their child; every child will achieve success in school.
Goals and Objectives
• Help parents
understand what is
expected of students.
• Assist parents to
become better
teachers
• Encourage parents to
continue a learning
environment at home.
Goals and Objectives
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• Encourage parents to volunteer for student-centered
activities.
• Motivate parents to join and become active members of
the Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA)
• Build partnerships with organizations for growth and
development of our students’ social and academic
enrichment.
• Establish effective communication through newsletters,
phone calls and e-mails.
The Role of the Parent Liaison
• Conduct Parent Workshops
• Help maintain an effective
line of communication
• Provide resource information
to address parental concerns
• Serve on the School
Management Improvement
Team
• Meet with parents to discuss
school policies and
procedures
• Form partnerships with local
business and community
organizations.
• Collaborate with the PTSA
The Advantages of Parental
Involvement
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Increased attendance
Higher grades, test scores, and graduation rates.
Decreased drop out rates.
Improvement in behavior at home and at school
More classes passed and credits earned
Increased English language acquisition
Better social skills and adaptation to school
Improved home-school relationships
Improved parent-child relationships
Increased motivation, better self-esteem.
How Can Parents Get Involved?
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Field Trips Chaperone
Tutoring/After School Clubs
Preparing Materials for Teachers
Grounds and Building Beautification Projects
Classroom Volunteers
Outreach to other Parents and Families
Special Events Coordination and Support
Fundraising
PTSA
Parent Liaison Channel of
Communication
Office Hours:
Phone:
E-mail:
8:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.
301-808-4029 (Office)
301-257-8668 (Mobile)
[email protected]
I look forward to working
with you and your family this
year!
Thank you