Title I Documents
- Parent & Family Engagement Policy
- Parent & Family Engagement Plan
- School-Parent Compact
- Schoolwide Plan at a Glance
- Title I Feedback for Stakeholders Form
- Parents’ Right to Know
Parent & Family Engagement Policy
Parent & Family Engagement Policy
This policy explains how Sorrento Primary School works with families to support student learning through communication, involvement, and shared decision-making.
Purpose of the Policy
Sorrento Primary School is committed to:
- Building strong partnerships between families and the school
- Providing regular, meaningful communication about student learning
- Encouraging family involvement in school activities and decisions
- Supporting families with resources to help students succeed at home and at school
School Commitments to Families
Sorrento Primary School will:
- Involve parents and families in developing and improving school plans
- Provide support and resources to help families stay engaged in their child’s education
- Coordinate family engagement efforts with federal, state, and local programs
- Work with community members and organizations to strengthen family involvement
Supporting Student Achievement
The school will:
- Share information about student progress regularly
- Help families understand how to support learning at home
- Provide opportunities to connect with teachers and school staff
- Encourage strong communication between home and school
Annual Review and Improvement
Each year, the school will:
- Evaluate the effectiveness of the family engagement policy
- Identify barriers that may prevent families from participating
- Consider the needs of all families, including:
- Families with limited English proficiency
- Families with limited literacy
- Families with disabilities
- Families from diverse backgrounds
- Use feedback to improve family engagement practices and policies
Family Involvement Opportunities
Families may be involved through:
- Participation in school planning and decision-making
- Parent advisory groups or committees
- Providing feedback on school programs and policies
Printable Version
Download 2025-26 Parent and Family Engagement Policy
Download 2025-26 Parent and Family Engagement Policy-Spanish
Accessibility Notice
If you need this information in an alternative format, please contact the school office for assistance.
Parent & Family Engagement Plan
Parent & Family Engagement Plan
This plan outlines how Sorrento Primary School builds strong partnerships with families through communication, events, and opportunities to support student learning.
Purpose of Family Engagement
Sorrento Primary School encourages:
- Ongoing, two-way communication between families and the school
- Active parent involvement in student learning
- Family participation in school decision-making and activities
- Support for student success both at school and at home
Communication with Families
Families receive important information through:
- School and district websites
- PeachJar digital flyers
- Social media (Facebook and Instagram)
- PowerSchool/My Power Hub (grades, attendance, messages)
- Home-to-school communication folders
These tools provide consistent updates about school events, student progress, and important announcements.
Student Progress Updates
Families are informed about student learning through:
- Report cards
- State assessment results
- Literacy screener results
- Progress updates throughout the year
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Opportunities for conferences are provided:
- October 20, 2025
- March 23, 2026
These meetings allow families and teachers to discuss student progress and support strategies.
Workshops & Learning Opportunities
Families are offered opportunities to learn how to support students at home:
- Mental health and well-being workshops
- Literacy support strategies (reading, fluency, comprehension)
- Information sessions during school events (such as Literacy Night)
- Summer learning resources to prevent learning loss
Family Events
The school provides events that promote learning and family involvement:
- Grandparent Bingo Night (math, reading, vocabulary activities)
- Literacy, STEAM, and Numeracy Nights
- Mother/Son and Father/Daughter events
- Dads on Duty / Moms on Duty (morning greeting program)
- Open House and Prep Day
These events help strengthen connections between families and the school community.
Family Feedback Opportunities
Families can provide input through:
- Parent Advisory Committees
- School and district surveys
- Website feedback options
This feedback helps improve school programs and family engagement efforts.
Timeline
Family engagement activities take place throughout the school year:
August 2025 – May 2026
Printable Version
Download 2025-26 Parent and Family Engagement Planned Activities
Download 2025-26 Parent and Family Engagement Planned Activities-Spanish
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School-Parent Compact
School-Parent Compact
This compact outlines how teachers, families, and students work together to support student success at Sorrento Primary School.
Our Shared Goal
Sorrento Primary School is committed to helping all students succeed academically and grow as responsible learners.
Students, families, and staff work together to:
- Improve academic achievement
- Build strong relationships
- Support learning at school and at home
District & School Goals
- Increase student achievement in literacy and math
- Support students in meeting grade-level expectations
- Improve overall student performance and growth
Communication About Learning
Sorrento Primary provides ongoing communication with families through:
- PowerSchool / My Power Hub
- School website
- School Facebook page
- Weekly and monthly newsletters
These tools help families stay informed about student progress and school events.
Building Partnerships with Families
The school offers opportunities for families to be involved, including:
- Prep Day
- Open House
- Family Literacy Night
- Math Night
- Grandparent Bingo
- Trunk or Treat
- Christmas Program
These events help strengthen relationships between families and the school.
Teacher Responsibilities
Teachers at Sorrento Primary will:
- Provide high-quality instruction
- Create a safe and supportive learning environment
- Keep families informed about student progress
- Support student learning through effective teaching practices
Parent Responsibilities
Parents and families will:
- Support student learning at home
- Communicate regularly with teachers
- Ensure students attend school regularly
- Encourage positive behavior and effort
- Participate in school activities when possible
Student Responsibilities
Students will:
- Come to school ready to learn
- Follow school rules
- Show respect and responsibility
- Do their best in all learning activities
Working Together
This compact was developed with input from families, teachers, and school staff.
Families are encouraged to provide feedback and stay involved in their child’s education throughout the year.
Printable Version
Download 2025-26 School-Parent Compact
Accessibility Notice
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Schoolwide Plan at a Glance
Schoolwide Plan at a Glance (2025–2026)
This overview highlights Sorrento Primary School’s goals, student performance data, and plans for improving student achievement.
School Vision
Sorrento Primary School will empower every student to achieve literacy and numeracy proficiency and encourage others to do the same.
Student Achievement Overview
Early Childhood Progress
- Literacy increased to 90% meeting goals (+5%)
- Math increased to 84% meeting goals (+2%)
K–2 Student Performance
- Literacy improved to 75% mastery (+10%)
- Math improved to 53% mastery (+1%)
Grades 3–5 Performance (LEAP)
- ELA increased to 84.7 (+3.0)
- Math increased to 80.7 (+2.3)
- Science showed slight growth
- Social Studies data pending
School Performance Growth
- Overall school performance score increased from 77.3 to 79.4 (+2.1)
Priority Areas for Improvement
The school is focusing on:
- K–2 Literacy (strong growth)
- K–2 Math
- 3–5 Science (area of concern)
- Support for students with disabilities (growth area)
School Goals for 2025–2026
- Increase overall school performance score by 4%
- Increase students scoring Mastery or Advanced by 4%
- Increase student growth by 4%
How the School Will Improve
Sorrento Primary will:
- Use data to guide instruction
- Focus on lesson structure and pacing
- Provide targeted interventions and enrichment
- Support teachers with training and coaching
- Increase small group instruction and differentiation
Key Focus Areas
- Kindergarten Math
- 2nd Grade ELA
- 3rd Grade Science
- 5th Grade Math
- Monitoring specific student groups for targeted support
Support for Teachers and Students
The school provides:
- Professional development for teachers
- Additional planning time and collaboration (PLC)
- Instructional support from mentor teachers
- Extra staff support for interventions and enrichment
- Resources to support student learning and problem-solving
Family & Community Involvement
Families can support student success through:
- Participation in school events (Literacy Night, STEM Night, etc.)
- Communication with teachers
- Supporting learning at home
Use of Title I Funds
Funds are used to support:
- Additional staff for student support
- Teacher training and professional development
- Instructional materials and resources
- Family engagement activities
- Student intervention and enrichment programs
Printable Version
Download Schoolwide Plan at a Glance (Printable PDF)
Accessibility Notice
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Title I Feedback for Stakeholders Form
Parents’ Right to Know
Parents’ Right to Know
All schools receiving Title I funding are required to inform families that they have the right to request information about the professional qualifications of their child’s teacher.
This right applies to all students in the school, regardless of whether they receive Title I services.
Information Parents May Request
Parents have the right to request and receive information about:
- Whether the teacher has met state certification and licensing requirements for the grade level and subject taught
- Whether the teacher is teaching under emergency or provisional status
- The teacher’s college degree major and any graduate certifications or degrees
- Whether their child receives support from paraprofessionals, and the qualifications of those paraprofessionals
Additional Parent Rights
- Parents will be notified if their child is taught for more than four consecutive weeks by a teacher who is not highly qualified
- Parents may request this information at any time by contacting the school
Printable Version
Download Parent Right to Know (English)
Download Parent Right to Know (Spanish)
Accessibility Notice
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