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Parent Voice
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Are you looking for support or assistance with navigating CPS? You can schedule an appointment through our virtual office hours.
Send a message to:
Ms. LaRonda Thomas, District Parent Champion email or call (513) 363-0294 to request a time.
Office hours are held on Mondays and Wednesdays.
View our "Parent Resources" section below for additional information and supports.
A Letter From LaRonda Thomas
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Welcome CPS Parents, Guardians, and Caregivers,
I am delighted you have chosen to participate in our 2023 Parent Voice Summer Leadership Retreat. This space has been designed with all parents in mind. From families seeking to find community within the school district, to learning how to support and advocate for their student's academic and social-emotional success.
One of the most important aspects of a child’s success, through their schooling years, is the level of engagement that their at-home support system has in their education. When a student has a parent, guardian, or caregiver engaged, the student is more likely to succeed higher in multiple areas when compared to peers with uninvolved families.
Decisions happen every day in our schools for our students and families. The presence of every parent, guardian, and caregiver is critical. Parent organizations are the starting point for engagement with your school administrators, staff, and other families.
It is a proven fact, that informed parents make a difference in their student's academic and social-emotional advancement.
As a parent of 4 CPS graduates, I understand the importance of engaging at every level of your student's schooling. And building relationships with teachers, discovering resources on how to support their schoolwork, and knowing your rights to advocate for them.
I hope we’ve encouraged you to activate your voice and be present in your student's academic and social-emotional journey.
Sincerely, LaRonda Thomas,
CPS District Parent Champion
Parent Resources
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Parent Academy Summer Leadership Retreat
Learn how to advocate for student achievement and engage in your schools through personal and professional development.
Topics include:
- Parent Engagement Strategies
- Meeting Organization
- Community Engagement
- Title 1 Family Engagement
Where:
Walnut Hills Public Library
2533 Kemper Lane
Cincinnati, OH 45236When:
June 23, 2023 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
June 24, 2023 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.Light refreshments will be provided.
RSVP to LaRonda Thomas at 513-377-2167 or at thomlar@cpsboe.k12.oh.usView and download Welcome Letter: 2023 District Parent Champion Welcome
View and download the flyer: 2023 Parent Academy Summer Leadership Retreat
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Parent Voice Survey
The Parent Voice initiative focuses on ensuring a parent space that is diverse, equitable and inclusive to ensure proper representation within Cincinnati Public Schools.
The purpose of this brief survey will enable us to create future programming, support and resources for our Parent Voice population.
Questions? Please contact: LaRonda Thomas (CPS Parent Champion)
Please take our 2022-2023 Parent Voice Survey: https://bit.ly/
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We Need Parent Volunteers
We are in need of Parent/Caregiver or Partner Volunteers! Help us ensure that students continue to learn in a safe, healthy and fun environment! Find out how to volunteer here.
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Additional Ways to Get Involved
- Ways to Activate your Parent Voice
- Parent Voice Talk Show — Monthly
- CPS Parent Voice Group — CPS Facebook page
- Possip Pulse Checks
- Cohear Focus Group
- Parent Techer Group Chair Meeting — Second Tuesday of each month
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Additional Resources
Questions, contact LaRonda Thomas at 377-2167 or email