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Family Engagement and Communication

Statute: Section 1116(a)(2)ESEA states that each LEA must establish the LEA’s expectations for parent and family engagement.

Chalmette High School Parent and Family Engagement Policy outlines how the school will involve families in a child's education through regular, meaningful communication and active partnership in decision-making and learning, ensuring all students benefit from a home-school connection and that family needs are met. The policy includes our commitments to inform families of their child's progress, provide opportunities for family involvement, and offer resources to support learning at home.

Chalmette High School agrees to implement the following statutory requirements, which are also in adherence to the St. Bernard Parish Public Schools Parent and Family Engagement Policy:

We will involve parents and family members in jointly developing the LEA’s plan under ESEA section 1112, and support and improvement plans under ESEA section 1111(d)(1)-(2),

We will plan and implement effective parent and family involvement activities to improve student academic achievement and school performance, which may include meaningful consultation with the LEA, employers, business leaders, and philanthropic organizations, or individuals with expertise in effectively engaging parents and family members in education;

We will coordinate and integrate parent and family engagement strategies under Title I, Part A, with parent and family engagement strategies under other relevant Federal, State, and local laws and programs, to the extent feasible and appropriate;

We will conduct, with the meaningful involvement of parents and family members, an annual evaluation of the content and effectiveness of the parent and family engagement policy in 5 improving the academic quality of the schools served with Title I, Part A funds, including identifying—Barriers to greater participation by parents in activities under ESEA section 1116, with particular attention to parents who are economically disadvantaged, are disabled, have limited English proficiency, have limited literacy, or are of any racial or ethnic minority background; the needs of parents and family members to assist with the learning of their children, including engaging with school personnel and teachers; and strategies to support successful school and family interactions;

We will use the findings of the evaluation to design evidence-based strategies for more effective parent and family engagement, and to revise, if necessary, the parent and family engagement policies under ESEA section 1116; and

We will involve parents in the activities of Title I, Part A schools, which may include establishing a parent advisory board comprised of a sufficient number and representative group of parents or family members served by Chalmette High School to adequately represent the needs of the population served by Chalmette High School for the purposes of developing, revising, and reviewing the parent and family engagement policy.

William Schneider

Principal

FAMILY ENGAGEMENT AND COMMUNICATIONS

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.

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

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 20, from 3:30-6:45 PM This event provides parents/guardians an opportunity to meet with their student’s teachers to learn more about academic and behavioral progress and goals.

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.

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.

The link to Clever is on the CHS website under the Quick Links tab.

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.