Indicator+6.4

Communicates the expectations for student learning and goals for improvement to all stakeholders.

Martina Hand's input from Parent Questionnaire form: "The Handbook is available on the school’s webpage. On the first day of school we attend orientation meetings with each of our kids’ teachers where we review the syllabus (expectations, grading system, etc.) I’ve seen reminders to parents as the dates for SAT, PSAT, ACT get near. The goals for improvement are listed in the weekly newsletter, Dragon Tales. Parent/Teacher conferences are also highly encouraged by the school and staff. ( VERY Effective)" Input from Mr. and Mrs. Maltais from Parent Questionnaire form: "The only ways that I have seen how the school communicates its expectations of student learning is through the school webpage and infrequent informational e-mails that are sent to parents during the year. These methods of communication are not a very effective means of spreading the word about expectations; a better method would be more frequent correspondence between the school administration and the parents." Mrs. Stein's comments: "Alconbury Middle/High School has a pre-set list of goals for each child that is included in the Dragon Tales each week as well at all academic functions. Students also sign a contract stating that they understand the school’s expectations for them to be successful. I believe that most students have a clear understanding of what is expected of them. Students are always challenged and encouraged at every opportunity." Mrs. Repetski's comments: 1. In what ways does the school communicate expectations of student learning and goals for improvement to all stakeholders? Are these effective? If not, how could they be improved? It is made clear that students must achieve a 2.0 for graduation, CSI goals are listed on teacher’s e-mails as well as in the Dragon Tales. The explanation of different processes, etc. are well explained in the Dragon Tales.

Gradespeed Progress Reports Parent Email Dragon Tales All Websites (DoDEA/DoDDS-E/Isles District/AMSHS/Teacher/Student) Customer Satisfaction Survey Awards Assemblies honor roll Parent/Teacher conferences AP Night IEP/504 meetings Teacher Newsletters