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Title 1

Junction City Middle School Title 1 Parent Involvement Policy

Junction City Middle School is dedicated to creating a welcoming environment that embraces all families. We place a high value on effective communication, ensuring that information is readily accessible, and supports students’ success. We know that families engaged in student learning increase student achievement. We encourage families to speak up for all children, advocating for their needs within the school community. Collaboration with parents and the broader community enriches the educational experience, fostering a culture of inclusivity and empowerment.

JCMS will take the following actions to involve parents in the instructional program:

Welcoming Families into the School Community:

  •  6th Grade Parent Night
  •  Open House 
  • Parent Orientation
  •  Family Nights 
  • Music Concerts
  •  Athletic Competitions
  •  End of Year Awards

Effective Communication:

  •  Student-Led conferences in fall and spring
  •  Skyward family access
  •  Site Council meetings
  •  Parent Support Team meetings
  •  Monthly newsletters
  •  Teacher/staff weekly communication (emails, Skyward, District communication app-Parent Square)
  •  JCMS Facebook page
  •  Weekly Skyward grade/missing assignment reports
  •  Quarterly Progress Reports

Supporting Student Success: 

  • Student Intervention Team meetings
  •  Professional Learning Communities 
  • Before and after school program

Advocating for Every Child:

  • Student-Led conferences
  • Title 1 Compact
  • Open-door policy
  • Family Engagement Survey

Sharing the Load:

  • Site Council 
  • JCMS Parent Support Team
  • Student & Staff Incentives/Celebrations Committee
  • Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)

Collaborate with the Community:

  • Student Council
  • KAY Club
  •  National Junior Honor Society
  • Field Trips
  •  Big Brothers/Big Sisters
  • Guest speakers
  • JAG-K partnership with elementary schools