Coast Academy Parent Involvement Evaluation

Please use this self-survey to evaluate the parent involvement program within Coast Academy.
Please print or fill out the form electronically to evaluate either your student’s classroom or the
overall academy parental involvement program. Please use the following Likert Scale to evaluate
the program.

1 – Very Weak 2 – Weak 3 – Neutral 4 – Strong 5 – Very Strong

Welcoming Environment
Family members feel welcomed, valued, and included. 1 2 3 4 5
All cultures are recognized and respected. 1 2 3 4 5
Information is easily accessible even for non-English speakers. 1 2 3 4 5
Family activities are planned at varying times of the day. 1 2 3 4 5
Family members are encouraged to visit classrooms or programs. 1 2 3 4 5

Communication
Information about the child and family is solicited before enrollment and at regular intervals.
1 2 3 4 5
Communication comes in many forms such as: home visits, parent-teacher conferences, informal
chats, phone calls, newsletters, emails, website, and notes.
1 2 3 4 5
Communication is regular, consistent, and meaningful.
1 2 3 4 5
Ongoing information concerning program/classroom expectations and activities are provided in a
timely manner.
1 2 3 4 5
Parents/guardians are encouraged to express their hopes, dreams, concerns, and vulnerabilities.
1 2 3 4 5
Parenting Skills
Parenting education is based on the stated needs and interests of the families served.
1 2 3 4 5
Family members are an integral part of the decision-making process for developing the family
education program.
1 2 3 4 5
Resources are provided to the parent/guardian to enhance social, emotional, physical, and
cognitive development of their children.
1 2 3 4 5
Support networks among families are developed (monthly potlucks, babysitting cooperatives,
family activities, etc.).
1 2 3 4 5

Active Parent/Guardian Participation

Classroom learning is augmented with ongoing information and strategies on how family
members can assist with specific learning activities at home.

1 2 3 4 5

Parents/caregivers are welcomed and encouraged to take part in classroom activities.

1 2 3 4 5
Parents/caregivers are given direction, options and opportunities to take part in classroom
activities.
1 2 3 4 5
Resources to assist in home learning and homework are made available.

1 2 3 4 5

Information is provided to family members to enhance the social, emotional, physical and
cognitive development of their child. (e.g. cultural, and community events).

1 2 3 4 5
Parent/Guardian as the Child’s Advocate
Families are empowered to be advocates for their children.
1 2 3 4 5

Decisions on important matters affecting their child are made jointly.

1 2 3 4 5

Information on their legal rights is accessible.

1 2 3 4 5

Collaboration with community agencies is facilitated to ensure delivery of services to families in

need.
1 2 3 4 5

Parent/caregiver are encouraged to be part of the decision-making process regarding policies and
goals.
1 2 3 4 5

Parents as Full Partners in School Decisions that Affect Children and Families
Parents/caregivers are encouraged to become equal partners in program design and school
governance.
1 2 3 4 5

Opportunities are provided for families to develop the skills necessary to actively and effectively
participate in the governance process.
1 2 3 4 5

Advisory council meeting and parent programs are held at time conducive to family
participation.
1 2 3 4 5
Community Resources and Partnerships

Information and referrals regarding community resources are provided to the family (e.g.
employment, health and adult education).

1 2 3 4 5

Large corporations, small businesses and other organizations are invited to collaborate in
supporting children and families.

1 2 3 4 5

Program Evaluation

There is a system in place to evaluate progress and effectiveness of each standard or factor
above.

1 2 3 4 5