Family Engagement and Communication
Chalmette High School recognizes that parent/guardian engagement must be a priority for children to learn and achieve academic success. Parents/guardians provide the primary educational environment for children; consequently, parent/guardians are vital and necessary partners with Chalmette High School.
In accordance with the St. Bernard Parish School Board’s Family Engagement Policy, Chalmette High School provides families with various programs and opportunities to enhance the involvement of parents/guardians and other caregivers that reflect the needs of our students.
TELEPHONE NUMBERS |
Main Campus |
Academy Campus |
Office |
504-301-2600 |
504-272-0300 |
Fax Machine |
504-301-2610 |
504-272-0310 |
Cafeteria |
504-301-2650 |
504-272-0320 |
CHS School Based Health Center 504-333-6988
SBPSB Bus Garage 504-301-3941
CALLS TO MEMBERS OF THE ADMINISTRATION MAY BE MADE FROM 8:00A.M. UNTIL 3:00 P.M.
ACCURATE AND UP-TO-DATE CONTACT INFORMATION
It is important that parent/guardian and student’s information be accurate and up-to-date. The
school attempts to be in constant contact (phone calls, texts, emails, and mail outs) regarding academics, attendance, events, and other school business. If during the school year any contact information changes, it is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to inform the
school and bring necessary documentation to update the changes.
CHANGE OF CONTACT INFORMATION PROCEDURE
For a change in phone number or email address, call or come to the school and speak with one of the secretaries.
For a change of address, the parent/guardian must provide the following two documents:
- Homestead Exemption Notification or lease/rental agreement
- Current electric bill as proof of residence
EMERGENCY CLOSING OF SCHOOL
In the event that school will be closed, the Superintendent will announce the closure. Information will be shared on our school and district websites, social media accounts, and with local news outlets.
If schools are closed during the school day, buses will transport all bus riders to their usual stops. All other students will be released to walk, drive home, or meet a parent/guardian for transportation. In order to be contacted, it is critical that the parent/guardian’s phone number and address are accurate and up-to-date.
DIGITAL RESOURCES
CHS website provides digital resources that give students and parents/guardians an overview our school including, but not limited to, the following topics:
SBPSB Student and Family Handbook |
Daily Procedures |
CHS Handbook |
4X4 Bell Schedule |
School Calendar |
Student Responsibilities |
State/District Testing Calendar |
Student Progress Center |
State Attendance Requirements |
Student Investment Opportunities |
PARENT/GUARDIAN/STUDENT ADVISORY BOARD
The CHS Advisory Board will be composed of students, parents/guardians, and professional staff. The purpose of the board is to engage stakeholders in order to support the school’s priorities and guiding principles that promote students’ academic growth and well-being. The Advisory Board will meet quarterly to discuss and provide feedback on school improvement initiatives.
SCHEDULING EXPO
Students and parents/guardians are invited to attend the Scheduling Expo. The purpose of this annual event is to provide students and parents/guardians with academic and extracurricular opportunities at CHS.
REPORT CARD CONFERENCE NIGHT
Report Card Conference Night is Tuesday, October 15, from 3:30-6:45 P.M. This event provides parents/guardians an opportunity to meet with their student’s teachers to learn more about academic and behavioral progress and goals.
YEAR END REVIEW
At the end of each school year, parents/guardians will be invited to view our Year End Review video. We ask that parents/guardians share their feedback and offer suggestions for the upcoming school year via completion of a Google Form following the video. Information about this video will be shared with families on our website.
Students and parents/guardians also have the opportunity to complete surveys through the district website. Please complete the survey to provide the district with meaningful feedback.
METHODS OF COMMUNICATION:
Our educators (teachers, counselors, and administrators) use a platform called SchoolStatus to connect with parents/guardians. Educators will reach out using this communications tool. SchoolStatus allows phone calls, texts, and email communications.
- SchoolStatus will not be identified as a Chalmette High School number. Calls and texts may come from a number that is not identified, but that is the direct line to the educator contacting the parent/guardian. This number can be saved and used for future contact with this educator.
- The parent/guardian can use the identified number to return the call directly. If the educator is unable to answer the call, a message may be left.
- Teachers will use SchoolStatus to make phone calls during their planning periods. Sometimes phone calls to parents/guardians are not able to be returned until the following school day.
- A parent/guardian can use the identified number to text the educator directly. (Responses are not to the group, but only the teacher sending the original message.)
- SchoolStatus will utilize the contact information from Student Progress Center (SPC). It is critical that phone numbers and email addresses be accurate and up-to-date.
CHS AND SBPSB WEBSITES
Our school and district websites provide families with the most up-to-date information regarding school operations, school and district policies, upcoming events, and announcements.
- Chalmette High School website – https://www.chs.sbpsb.org
- St. Bernard Parish School Board website – https://www.sbpsb.org
SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNTS
Chalmette High School utilizes Facebook and Instagram to communicate with our families and community. Please be sure to “like” and “follow” our school and district Facebook and Instagram accounts to get the latest information and events pertaining to Chalmette High School.
EDUCATIONAL LINKS
The Clever portal provides students with links to educational resources. Clever provides students access to district approved online programs used at school and eliminates the need for students to remember multiple usernames and passwords.
STUDENT PROGRESS CENTER (SPC)
Parents/guardians may utilize the Student Progress Center by visiting our school or district websites. The SPC will give parents/guardians access to current information regarding their child’s schedule, attendance, graded assignments, interim progress report, report card grades, test scores, registration information, and debts.
Parent/guardian login information is provided at the beginning of the school year in the Opening of School information packet. This packet is sent home with the student on the first day of school. If you experience login difficulties to SPC, please contact the school office.
ASSESSMENT REVIEW POLICY
Assessments are a method of determining academic progress. All grades will be posted on Student Progress Center (SPC). Academic progress can be discussed with the teacher and counselor.
- District Assessments: CHS uses district assessments. District Assessments are standardized and cannot be released.
- Teacher Made Assessments: Teachers monitor student progress prior to district assessments using quizzes, class assignments, and homework. Once these assessments are graded, the student and parent/guardian have the right to review these assessments.
PARENT/GUARDIAN/TEACHER/COUNSELOR CONFERENCE
Parents/guardians are encouraged to communicate with their student’s teachers and counselor. If a teacher conference is needed, parents/guardians should call the counselor to schedule an appointment. The counselor will set up a conference time during the school day.
PROCEDURE FOR FILING COMPLAINTS
If a parent/guardian feels the need to make a complaint, an appointment should be scheduled with the teacher and the counselor to discuss and resolve the concern. Administrative or District level conferences may be held to address unresolved complaints.
TEACHERS’ QUALIFICATIONS
Parents/guardians have a right to know the qualifications of their student’s teachers. To obtain information regarding the professional qualifications of the student’s teacher(s) please contact Principal Wayne Warner at 504-301-2600.
VISITOR POLICY
A visitor is defined as a parent/guardian and/or classroom volunteer, contractor, vendor, or other such person who would work in areas occupied by students. Visitors are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the appropriate staff member. Visitors are restricted to the office areas.
Upon entering the school building, visitors are required to submit identification, such as a driver’s license, for the purpose of completing a background check. Visitors who refuse to submit to the background check will be denied admission to the school building.
This policy does not require a background check for parents/guardians who are visiting in the office to “check-in” or “check-out” a student.