2018-2019 Title I Parent and Family Engagement Stakeholder’s Input Survey
Redan Middle School
1775 Young Road, Lithonia, GA 30058
(678) 874-7902

Dear Parent/Guardian,  
 
Redan Middle School is a Title I school, and as the parent/guardian of a child attending a Title I school you are an important part of the Title I team.  Your input is vital in the planning and implementation of the parental involvement program and activities in our school.  The focus of all Title I programs is to help eligible students meet the same high academic achievement standards expected of all children, regardless of their socioeconomic status and background.  The following survey is confidential and will be used to assist us with future planning for parental involvement activities and events at our school.   
 
All surveys may be returned to Dr. Robyne Friday in the Main Office or completed online at www.redanms.dekalb.k12.ga.us/. 
 
We appreciate your feedback and thank you for taking the time to complete this survey. 

 
Karen I. Davis 
Principal 

 

 

 

 

 
2018-2019 Title I Parent and Family Engagement Survey
Redan Middle School

1. Did you attend a meeting this school year where the goals and activities of the Title I program were discussed with parents? (Input)  
 
  Yes               No                                     Other 
 
2. Have you been given opportunities to provide input into school decisions? (Input) 
 
  Feedback form    Survey    School meeting          Other 

3. At the beginning of the school year, all parents were asked to sign a school-parent compact outlining the responsibilities of both the school and parents in providing the best academic experience for your child. (Compact) 
 
Please explain which ways the school-parent compact impacted your child’s education this school  
year? (Select all that apply) (Compact) 
 
  Parent-teacher conferences               
  Defines clear role and responsibilities of myself and school 
  Increased awareness of district and school goals 
  Increased awareness of school activities and events 
Other:______________________________________________________________________________  

4. Also, if you have any revisions you would like to have made to the School-Parent Compact, please list below. (Compact) 
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 
5. How would you like to see the parental involvement funds used at your child’s school? (Select all that apply) (1% set-aside) 
 Parent involvement liaison 
 Parent workshops 
 Technology equipment 
 Instructional supplies for parent use 
 Books and periodicals 
 Parent and Family Resource Center 
Other: _________________________

 
 
6.  How well do you feel your child’s school provides parents with opportunities to share feedback and        ideas regarding the school’s parental involvement program and activities? (Policy) 
 
  Extremely Well     Very Well         Somewhat well       Not so well         Not well at all 
 
7. What would help you participate more in decision making and the overall academic achievement in your       child’s school? (Select all that apply) (Policy)  
  More encouragement from the school to get involved 
  More information on how to get involved 
  More information about school issues to be addressed 
  More opportunities to share my opinion about school issues 
Other (please explain) _________________________________________________________ 
 
8. How well does the school encourage you to play a role in the school improvement planning process? (Policy) 
  Extremely Well     Very Well       Somewhat well     Not so well      Not well at all 
 
9. How would you prefer to receive information from your child’s school? (Select all that apply) (Policy)  
  Letters/flyer, etc. sent home with students 
  Email 
  Website 
  Phone call 
  Social media  
  Text message 
Other (please indicate) ____________________________________________________________ 
 
10. What type of informational programs would you like the school to provide for parents? (Select all that apply) (Building Capacity, Policy) 
Homework help workshop 
Organization and study skills workshop Technology assistance 
Understanding Georgia Milestones Assessments  
Understanding the state adopted standards  
Math-Science Night 
Reading/Literacy Night 
Social Studies Night 
Understanding career pathways 
Other (please describe) ____________________________________________________________ 
11. How well do you feel the school creates a welcoming environment for parents?   
  Extremely Well     Very Well       Somewhat well     Not so well      Not well at all 
 
12. Which of the following would enable you to increase your participation in parent meetings and school           activities? (Select all that apply) (Policy) 
Childcare assistance 
Transportation assistance 
Morning meetings (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.) 
Evening meetings (6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.) 
Access to information online 
Other (please explain) _____________________________________________________________ 
 
13. What parent and family engagement topics would you like to develop with our faculty and staff to be           a part of their professional development? (You may choose more than one) (Building Capacity)  
 Improving Communication Resources (Understand and appreciate the benefits of two-way communication)  
 Enhancing Student Learning Resources (Develop strategies to improve homework relevancy and engage families in student learning at home)  
 Increasing Volunteerism (Identify challenges to effective volunteer experiences and strategize solutions) 
 
 Supporting Decision Making and Advocacy (Ensure ALL families, including those with diverse languages and cultures, are supported and recognized for their attributes and leadership) 
 
14.  The adult learning class that will help me support my child’s learning the best is… (Building Capacity)  
 English classes                                GED Classes                           Adult reading classes  
 Parent Leadership Academy        Adult computer classes       I am not interested in adult                                                                                                                         learning classes        
 Other:_____________________________________________ 

15.  Parent information is provided to me in a language I can understand. (E.L. Support)  
  True     False      
 
15b. If your answer to number 14 is false, what is your preferred language? (E.L. Support)  
______ ____________________________________________________________________________ 

Please provide your contact information if you would like for the school to follow up with you about any feedback provided or ways to get you more involved in the school as indicated on the survey.  
 
Contact Information (OPTIONAL)   
Parent/Guardian Name: _________________________________________________ Email address: _________________________________________________________ 
Phone number: ________________________________________________________  
Child’s name: __________________________________________________________ 
Thank you for taking the time to complete this very important survey.   
Your feedback is greatly valued and sincerely appreciated.