Family Engagement Policy

2026-2027

At JFK Middle School, we value families as essential partners in student success. Strong collaboration between home and school directly supports academic achievement and positive development.

Communication

The school keeps families informed through

• A welcome packet (MNPS Handbook) sent before school begins
• Updates via marquee, Remind App, grade-level newsletters, LiveSchool, social media, and the school website
• A regularly updated website featuring school events and activities
• Teacher phone calls or emails about academic and behavior progress
• District and school alerts (phone and Remind) for closures and important notices
• Information on available services (social worker, nurse, counselors, Community Achieves, Title I, etc.)
• Clear explanations of curriculum, assessments, and expected proficiency levels
• Progress reports, report cards, and behavioral/academic updates via Schoology, Remind and LiveSchool.
• Staff assistance in understanding curriculum, achievement standards, and monitoring progress
• Access to translators upon request

Family Participation

Families are encouraged to

• Attend teacher conferences (in-person or virtual) to discuss child’s progress
• Keep contact information up to date
• Attend school activities and events
• Attend IEP, 504, and S-Team meetings
• Complete district and school surveys
• Participate in feedback opportunities (School Improvement Plan, School-Family Compact, Family Engagement Policy)

Support Learning at Home

• J. F. Kennedy hosts data chats with parents throughout the school year to review student progress and strengthen the home–school connection.
• An information meeting and open house are held at the beginning of the year to welcome families, meet teachers, and review expectations.
• An annual Title I meeting is held to inform families about the Title I program.
• Parent meetings provide opportunities for families to give input on the School Improvement Plan, Family Engagement Policy, School–Family Compact, Title I Program, and the development of the schoolwide plan.
• Two days are dedicated to parent conferences during the school year.
• Families are invited to events celebrating student achievement.
• J. F. Kennedy hosts and attends information meetings with elementary and high school feeder schools.
• Family nights are held to model math and reading strategies for parents to use at home.
• Parenting resources and helpful tips are shared throughout the year via Remind in multiple languages.
• Families have access to the district Family Information Center and the parent dashboard to monitor student progress.
• Title I funds may be used to support family engagement activities.
• Community businesses partner with the school to assist with engagement efforts.
• The school integrates SEL, AVID, Sown2Grow, STEM initiatives, and Restorative Practices to support the whole child and strengthen family engagement.
• Some activities may be offered virtually.
• All parent information is provided in Spanish and Arabic.