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Standard 5 Learning Environment Student, Family and Community Support

Published: 10/16/2012 1:31 PM

The school/district works with families and community groups to remove barriers to learning in an effort to meet the intellectual, social, career and developmental needs of students.

Performance Expectations:
The school leader sets high expectations for all students to learn at higher-level content.
The school leader keeps everyone informed and focused on student achievement.
The school leader makes parents partners in their student's education and creates a structure for parent and educator collaboration.
 
Indicators for this Standard:
5.1a - Families and the communities are active partners in the educational process and work together with the school/district staff to promote programs and services for all students.
5.1b - Structures are in place to ensure that all students have access to all the curriculum (e.g., school guidance, FRYSC's, ESS).
5.1c - The school/district provides organizational structures and supports instructional practices to reduce barriers to learning.
5.1d - Students are provided with a variety of opportunities to receive additional assistance to support their learning, beyond the initial classroom instruction.
5.1e - The school maintains an accurate student record system that provides timely information pertinent to the student's academic and educational development.

​Suggested reading resources relative to Standard 5:

Barr, R. & Parrett, W. (2006). The Kids Left Behind

Christenson, S.L. & Sheridan, S.M. (2001).  Schools and Families: Creating Essential Connections for Learning

Henderson, A. T., Mapp, K. L., Johnson, V. R., & Davies, D.  (2007). Beyond the Bake Sale: The Essential Guide to Family-School Partnerships

Kaye, C. B. (2004).  The Complete Guide to Service Learning

Marzano, R. (2003).  What Works in Schools

Mosaic Youth Center Board. (2001).  Step by Step: A Young Person's Guide to Positive Community Change

Payne, R., DeVol, P. & Dreussi-Smith, T. (2006). Bridges Out of Poverty

Winer, M. & Ray, K. (1994) Collaboation Handbook: Creating, Sustaining, and Enjoying the Journey

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​Susan Allred
Next-Generation Schools and Districts
500 Mero Street, 8th Floor CPT
Frankfort, KY 40601
(502) 564-5130
Fax (502) 564-8149