We strive to sustain a positive, trusting relationship between school
and home. Parents with questions about school procedures or individual
classroom practice should feel free to share their concerns directly
with the teacher, counselor, or Principal. Such informal interaction is
a daily, constructive occurrence at each school, and everyone benefits
from an atmosphere of open, civil communication.
Parents also
have the opportunity to register compliments or concerns in connection
with employment decisions. This article describes how parents may
comment on a probationary teacher, administrator, or tenure candidate.
Parents or other community members may share their perceptions through a
signed letter addressed to the Principal, in the case of faculty, or to
the Superintendent, in the case of administrators. Such letters will be
acknowledged in writing by the supervisor, and shared with the
individual teacher or administrator, and with the Superintendent and the
Board of Education. In light of the timetable calling for tenure
recommendations, any such letters should be received not later than
March 1st of the teacher’s or administrator’s tenure year. Input even
earlier in the tenure process, including years prior to the tenure year,
allows more time for professional growth or recognition. It is
important to note that parental feedback is only one aspect of an
assessment of staff performance that encompasses preparation and
planning, classroom management, instruction, and professional
responsibilities.
For a list of 2011 probationary teachers and tenure candidates, go here.
