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TITLE I - EVERY STUDENT SUCCEEDS ACT (ESSA)

 
 
Introducing the Texas School for the Deaf (TSD) Family Engagement Plan: a dynamic blueprint fostering collaboration between families and educators to ensure a child’s optimal educational journey. This living document is subject to annual review and updates.
 
Title I, the prominent federal education assistance program, mandates schools to fulfill specific family engagement requirements. TSD goes above and beyond by co-creating a comprehensive “parent involvement (engagement) policy policy” alongside the parents and families of the school This policy outlines the precise measures to be implemented, blending family engagement seamlessly into the child’s learning experience. It prioritizes cultural and linguistic diversity in deaf education, ensuring the support covers all aspects of the child’s development.
 
TSD’s Family Engagement Plan is strategically designed to unlock the full potential of family involvement, propelling academic success for every student enrolled at the school. By employing various components and strategies, this plan fosters a harmonious space where families, students, and teachers can grow, learn, and belong together. 
Family Engagement Plan
 
Foster a sense of belonging and increase engagement among all families and communities with partnerships and collaborative opportunities. 
 
Goal 1: Strengthen family partnerships focused on academic growth, social emotional development, cultural understanding, and mutual respect.
 
Objective 1.1: Enhance communication and support culturally diverse families.
    • Offer ASL summary videos in certain sections of the Parent tab on the TSD website to make it more user-friendly and accessible.
    • Gather input from parents regarding school calendars.
 
Objective 1.2: Establish and improve on regular opportunities for interaction.
    • Departments will schedule gatherings with parents at least twice a year via Zoom chats and open houses
    • Continue to offer online ASL classes for parents
 
Goal 2: Create a school culture that builds community understanding, engagement, and support.
 
Objective 2.1: Identify and implement strategies that increase participation among the hearing and deaf communities at TSD events.
    • Gather input from families on ideas for community events
 
Objective 2.2: Identify community partnerships that support TSD strategic goals and provide opportunities for meaningful collaboration.
    • Explore partnership opportunities with various community stakeholders
 
SCHOOL-FAMILY / GUARDIAN COMPACT
Policy reviewed in DAC on September 18, 2023
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