School-Parent Compact
2023-2024
What is a School-Parent Compact?
A School-Parent Compact is an agreement that families, students, and teachers develop together. It explains how families and teachers will work together to make sure all students are successful. The Woodard School-Parent Compact is discussed and given out at our annual Parent Orientation.
Jointly Developed
The families, students, and staff at Woodard Elementary School developed this School-Parent Compact during our Leadership Team Meeting in August. Meetings are held throughout the year to review the compact and make changes based on student needs. Copies of the Compact are given out at our annual Parent Orientation in August. Families are welcome to contribute comments and suggestions at any time. If you would like to serve on the school Leadership Team, please contact: Carol Ann Jent at cjent@mauryk12.org Julie Wolaver at jwolaver@mauryk12.org Anita White at awhite@mauryk12.org Woodard Elementary School (931) 380-2872
WES Mission
To provide a safe place where students embrace learning, achieve goals, and reach their “PAW POWER” potential every day.
Students will:
Talk with my family about new vocabulary words and concepts I learn in Math. Read for pleasure at home! Complete assignments at home when given. Discuss with my parents when I achieve a goal! Bring home newsletters and invitations for Family Engagement Nights! Show Paw Power each day!
At School:
Each classroom at Woodard will work with students and families to support students’ success in reading and math. Some of our connections with families will be to: ❖ Offer Parent/Teacher conferences 4 times during the school year. ❖ Offer special sessions and community resources throughout the school year. ❖ Provide newsletters that outline expectations. ❖ Use Remind and Dojo apps for specific reminders and needs. ❖ Hold Reading, math, and STEM sessions at family nights. ❖ Provide and discuss a list of standards and goals for the school year.
Ways Families can help at home:
o Check parent communication folder daily. o Look for classroom newsletters. o Come to Woodard to participate in family engagement activities. o Read to your child and let your child read to you. o Practice math facts with your child. o Ask your child about their day. o Monitor your child’s homework. o Attend parent teacher conferences. o Make sure your child comes to school each day and on time. o Check Class Dojo and Remind frequently. o Make sure you are on Parent Portal. o Limit the time your child spends on devices unless it is educational. o When possible, encourage use of I Ready at home to reinforce concepts taught in grades 1-4.
Woodard Students will show "PAW Power" by remembering PAWS:
P-Polite and Respectful
A-Act Responsibly
W-Work Hard
S-Stay Safe
Activities to Build Partnerships
Activities will be planned to meet the needs of our parents. Questionnaires are sent home at the beginning of the year and multiple times throughout the year to better help us meet parents’ needs. Please be on the lookout for our updates sent in parent communication folders.
Parent/Teacher Conference Dates:
September 21, 2023
November 6, 2023
February 6, 2024
March 19, 2024
Communication About Student Learning
Woodard Elementary School is committed to frequent two-way communication with families about student learning. Some of the ways you can expect us to reach you are:
• Notes in communication folders • Phone calls • Emails • Class Dojo • Remind • Updates on school website • Parent/Teacher conferences • Weekly or monthly newsletters Do you have questions about your child’s progress? Contact your teachers by calling the school at 931- 380-2872, email, or classroom apps.