Creating a district that is more supportive of the needs of families and the community is a key component of the district's new strategic plan called Building Futures. The plan’s goals spell out clearly that Cincinnati Public Schools will engage its families in student learning, work with parent groups to increase parent involvement and provide more training opportunities for parents.
Following are several of the district's parent-engagement initiatives and activities:
Parents for Public Schools of Greater Cincinnati (PPSGC), one of CPS' partners, has created a Parent Leadership Institute to train parents in ways to impact student achievement.
Working with Mayerson Academy, which coordinates professional development for the district, PPSGC customized a parent leadership development program for CPS' parents based on an award-winning model created by the Pritchard Committee of Lexington, Kentucky.
Vanessa White of PPSGC, said “Expectations have been raised for students and teachers, and it’s time for parents to step up to the plate as well. This program will greatly enhance our ability to identify and develop parent leaders who can then engage other parents to ensure that our schools provide a quality public education for all children.”
Cincinnati Public Schools is committed to creating a family-friendly environment and improving customer service at every level. From the signs that greet you in entrance hallways to voice and E-mail messages, Cincinnati Public Schools is getting a family-friendly makeover.
This exciting parent communication tool allows parents to view their child's assignments and grades, as well as attendance and discipline records, in a secure environment via the Internet. A computer has been provided at each school to allow parents access to ParentCONNECT.
Parent Report keeps parents informed about educational programs and district initiatives. The publication is mailed to all parents of students in the Cincinnati Public School District several times a year.
The district sends out timely news and information several times a month via email. If you would like to be added to the email distribution list, please email Sheila Hess at hessshe@cps-k12.org.