A Parent Survey Can Make All the Difference
Supporting your next referendum, advancing the district’s educational program, or simply speaking positively about your schools - parents are the key to promoting and improving your district. The opposite is also true. Without their active support, it will be difficult, if not impossible, to make a positive difference in your schools. So, how can you gain their confidence and make them a champion for the future of your district? It begins with listening and learning from them. When is the last time you asked them how they felt about the educational experience you provide their children? Without knowing the answer, planning school improvement lacks a basic understanding of what parents believe is needed. Earning parent support requires serving the needs of their children and doing so from their perspective. It goes without saying that all modes of communication with parents can build confidence and support for the district’s mission and daily work. However, parents also need to know