1. Initial Partnership Proposal
Submitted By: Jamie Smith
Initial Partnership Proposal

2. School-Community Partnership Benefits:
Family involvement helps student achievement
Get higher grades and test scores
Have better attendance
Complete homework
Graduate and go on to postsecondary education

3. Partnership Ideas Everman ISD and E. Ray Elementary can benefit from:
School-Community Partnership
Who They Involve
Need/Rationale for Partnership
Afterschool care with tutoring/mentorship
YMCA or other organizations willing to provide afterschool care.
During a time when parents are not home, it allows students a time of fun and fitness. It also gives academic enrichment and a time for dedication to homework in a structured environment.
Active PTA, PTO, or other active parenting group
parent leaders, teachers, school staff
parents get involved in education by supporting teachers, students, and staff. Teachers and staff help plan educational events for students
“I add up to a BIG difference in Everman I.S.D. students” Program
teachers and business, community and parent partners (local business partners such as, Alcon)
a minimum of 30 minutes a week devoted to small group math instruction (allowing help with basic math fact mastery or math help designated by teachers)

4. Everman ISD has a plethora of volunteer programs for parents and community members. However at the campus level, there is a strong need for parental involvement.
Making better use of parents will strengthen the education process for students and provide a greater academic success rate.