Long Elementary School
Parent Compact: A Promise of Commitment

Student Agreement
It is important that I work to the best of my ability. Therefore, I shall strive to do the following:
-	Come to school on time and ready to learn.
-	Complete my schoolwork as expected and participate in classroom activities.
-	Follow the Core Values.
-	Communicate with my family regarding my daily activities.
-	Read and write everyday outside of school hours.
-	Ask for help when I do not understand.
-	Understand that I am the only person that can make me learn.

Student Signature: _______________________________

Teacher Agreement
It is important that students achieve and that their families are part of the achievement. Therefore, I shall strive to do the following:
-	Display a demeanor that is approachable and welcoming.
-	Express care and concern for all students and their families.
-	Follow State Benchmarks and GLCE’s.
-	Make efficient use of academic time.
-	Provide a positive collaborative environment for students and their families.
-	Constantly communicate with all families in my classroom.
-	Provide all students and their families strategies and outlets to improve learning in school and at home. 
-	Provide families ample opportunities for volunteering in their students’ education. 
-	Allow students and their families to be part of the decision making process to enhance their educational experience. 
-	Share student assessment results with parents during parent-teacher conferences, through progress report, via phone or face to face meetings with parents. I may seek assistance from a bilingual staff to better interpret student’s academic progress to parents.
-	Differentiate instruction in the classroom to reach all students.

Teacher Signature: _______________________________

Parent/Guardian Agreement
It is important that my student achieves and becomes a lifelong learner. Therefore, I will encourage my student by:
-	Ensuring that my student is punctual and prepared each day.
-	Seek support from the school when needed.
-	Constantly communicate with the school when needs arise.
-	Be an active member in school activities through volunteerism.
-	Be an active member in my student’s education.
-	Providing a structured and nurturing environment at home that assists in my student’s learning. 
-	Support my student to make proper decisions that will have a positive impact in their learning.
-	Keep school office and teacher aware of changes at home that may affect my student’s academic success.
-	Keep school office aware of any changes at home with contact information.

Parent Signature: _______________________________

Principal Agreement
I support this form of parental involvement. Therefore, I will:
-	Ensure a welcoming school and community from the office staff to the teachers.
-	Maintain an open door policy with all community members.
-	Support teachers and parents in the decision making process.
-	Provide a climate of positive volunteerism and positive communication.
-	Ensure ongoing learning opportunities for parents and students and enhance their awareness of the curriculum and standards.
-	Communicate and collaborate with all stakeholders on a regular and timely basis. 
-	Provide use of facilities for parents and families whenever possible.
-	Invite outside organizations to assist all community members and stakeholders in positive strategies and interventions for teachers, students, and family members. 
-	Provide access to staff and parents to intervention strategies.
-	Provide networking opportunities between all stakeholders in the education of all students. 
-	Share student assessment results with parents during parent-teacher conferences, through progress report, via phone or face to face meetings with parents. I may seek assistance from a bilingual staff to better interpret student’s academic progress to parents.
-	Involve parents in the planning and revision of curriculum that leads to student achievement.

Principal Signature: _______________________________