Compact

Henry County Schools

Student/Parent/Teacher/Principal Compact

PARENT/GUARDIAN AGREEMENT

I want my child to achieve. Therefore, I will encourage him/her by doing the following:
See that my child attends school regularly and on time.
Support the school in its effort to maintain proper discipline.
Serve as a volunteer in my child’s classroom whenever possible.
Participate in decisions relating to the education of my child and encourage a positive use of extra curricular time.
Establish a time and provide a quiet place for homework, review it daily and be available to help when needed.
Communicate regularly with my child’s teacher and be aware of what my child is learning.
Encourage my child to check out and read library books and return them promptly and undamaged.
Read with my child and let my child see me read often.
Provide necessary school supplies.
Show respect and support for my child, the teacher and the school.
Attend parent/teacher conferences to learn about my child’s progress and share the responsibility for improving the academic achievement of my child.
Work with the school in developing a partnership to help my child achieve the State’s high standards.

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Date_________________________

It is important that I work to the best of my ability. Therefore, I shall strive to do the following:
Attend school regularly, be on time to class and strive to improve my academic achievements.
Come to school each day with necessary tools for learning (pencils, pens, paper).
Complete and return homework assignments on time.
Have regular study hours.
Obey school and classroom rules.
Always try to do my best in my work and in my behavior.
Work cooperatively with my classmates.
Show respect for myself, my school and other people.

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Date_________________________

It is important that students achieve. Therefore, I shall strive to do the following:
Provide homework assignments for students according to the Henry County Board of Education Policy.
(See recommended time guidelines in the principal’s office)
Provide frequent student progress reports.
Provide necessary assistance to parents so they can help with the assignments.
Use special activities in the classroom to make learning enjoyable.
Seek ways to involve parents in their child’s learning and improving academic achievements.
Seek ways to involve parents in their child’s learning.
Demonstrate professional behavior and a positive attitude.
Provide a safe environment.
Provide high-quality curriculum and instruction.
Discuss the Compact annually at Parent/Teacher Conference outlining how it affects each child.

Signature____________________________________

Date_________________________

I support this form of parent involvement. Therefore, I shall strive to do the following:
Provide an environment that allows for positive communication between the teacher, parent and student.
Work with parents in developing a partnership to help children achieve the State’s high standards.
Provide opportunities for parents to have reasonable access to staff, to volunteer, to participate in decisions relating to their child’s education, and to observe in their child’s class.
Show support and respect for the teacher, student and the parent.
Enforce school rules fairly and consistently.
Seek ways to involve parents in the total school program and improving academic achievements of their child.
Discuss the Compact annually with stakeholders.

Signature____________________________________

Date_________________________

Revised 10/25/07