Parent Survey for NYSAIS Accreditation

Our professional community is working on our decennial self-study for renewing our accreditation with the New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS).  As part of the process, we are requesting feedback from parents/guardians in order to help us move this work forward.

Accreditation is an essential process as it helps validate the outstanding work that we already do and focuses attention on our growth opportunities. It is also the legal mechanism for renewing our charter with New York State and assuring our continued independence.

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* 1. Please answer the following questions:

  Strongly Agree Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly Disagree No Basis
The Albany Academies effectively communicates school-related news and information with parents/guardians.
Parents/guardians know where to readily find routine information regarding the school.
Student reports and comments are clear and helpful to parents/guardians.
Regular conferences are scheduled with parents/guardians, students, and teachers.
Teachers and administrators at the school are readily available to meet and discuss students' progress with parents/guardians.
The program of the school meets with parents'/guardians' expectations.
Parents/guardians are satisfied with the channels that exist for conveying concerns to the school.
The school communicates the values and ethics of the school to the parents/guardians.
The school provides opportunities for parent/guardian education relevant to educational, social, emotional and physical development of their child(ren).
Parents/guardians are given the opportunity/forum to offer input on the educational, social, emotional, and physical development of their child(ren).
Parents/guardians are given the opportunity/forum to offer input on the school's delivery of its mission.
Parents/guardians are encouraged to promote and support the school's culture.
The school provides clear information about the total cost of tuition and other fees.
The written contract covering financial obligations is clear.
It is easy for parents to find ways to support the school (financially, volunteering, etc).
The admissions process is clear and easily navigable for families.
The school's academic and extracurricular program reflects the mission of the school.

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* 2. Would you like to provide a comment on any questions which you marked as  "Strongly Agree" or "Strongly Disagree"?

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* 3. Do you have any additional comments? 

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