Parent/Guardian Education Survey for CASD ~ Spring of 2026

Dear CASD Families,

This survey you are about to participate in will help shape our enhancements needed for us to deliver on our promise of Schools of Distinction by 2030. The 10-minute survey will focus on safety, academics, school quality, technology, cell phones, internships, and federal and state departments of education policies.

Thank you in advance for participating and helping shape the future of CASD schools and One Trojan Community.

Chris Bigger

Superintendent of Schools

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* 1. How long have you lived in the Chambersburg School District?

0-5 Years

6-15 Years

16+ Years

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* 2. Select the school your child attends. If you have more than one child, you may complete the survey multiple times, once for each school. Please select only one:

Andrew Buchanan Elementary

Benjamin Chambers Elementary

Chambersburg Area Career Magnet School (CMS)

Chambersburg Area Middle School North

Chambersburg Area Middle School South

Chambersburg Area Senior High School (CASHS)

Chambersburg Virtual Academy (CVA)

Fayetteville Elementary

Falling Spring Elementary

Franklin Learning Center

Franklin Virtual Academy

Grandview Elementary

Guilford Hills Elementary

Hamilton Heights Elementary

Lurgan Elementary

Marion Elementary

New Franklin Elementary

Scotland Elementary

South Hamilton Elementary

Thaddeus Stevens Elementary

Other (please specify)

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* 3. How strongly do you agree/disagree with the following statements on School Safety and Environment at CASD?

	Strongly Agree	Agree	Neutral	Disagree	Strongly Disagree
I am satisfied with the security measures in place to keep students and staff safe in our schools.	I am satisfied with the security measures in place to keep students and staff safe in our schools. Strongly Agree	I am satisfied with the security measures in place to keep students and staff safe in our schools. Agree	I am satisfied with the security measures in place to keep students and staff safe in our schools. Neutral	I am satisfied with the security measures in place to keep students and staff safe in our schools. Disagree	I am satisfied with the security measures in place to keep students and staff safe in our schools. Strongly Disagree
My child feels a strong sense of belonging within their school community.	My child feels a strong sense of belonging within their school community. Strongly Agree	My child feels a strong sense of belonging within their school community. Agree	My child feels a strong sense of belonging within their school community. Neutral	My child feels a strong sense of belonging within their school community. Disagree	My child feels a strong sense of belonging within their school community. Strongly Disagree
The school district effectively manages student discipline and addresses behavior issues.	The school district effectively manages student discipline and addresses behavior issues. Strongly Agree	The school district effectively manages student discipline and addresses behavior issues. Agree	The school district effectively manages student discipline and addresses behavior issues. Neutral	The school district effectively manages student discipline and addresses behavior issues. Disagree	The school district effectively manages student discipline and addresses behavior issues. Strongly Disagree
I believe my child’s school is a welcoming environment for all families.	I believe my child’s school is a welcoming environment for all families. Strongly Agree	I believe my child’s school is a welcoming environment for all families. Agree	I believe my child’s school is a welcoming environment for all families. Neutral	I believe my child’s school is a welcoming environment for all families. Disagree	I believe my child’s school is a welcoming environment for all families. Strongly Disagree

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* 4. If we allocated more resources to safety measures, please rank in order from highest to lowest priority. Use the arrows to place the highest priority at the top and lowest at the bottom.

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* 5. How strongly do you agree/disagree with the following statements on Academics and Curriculum at CASD?

	Strongly Agree	Agree	Neutral	Disagree	Strongly Disagree
Our schools focus enough time on core academic subjects of reading, writing, math, science and social studies.	Our schools focus enough time on core academic subjects of reading, writing, math, science and social studies. Strongly Agree	Our schools focus enough time on core academic subjects of reading, writing, math, science and social studies. Agree	Our schools focus enough time on core academic subjects of reading, writing, math, science and social studies. Neutral	Our schools focus enough time on core academic subjects of reading, writing, math, science and social studies. Disagree	Our schools focus enough time on core academic subjects of reading, writing, math, science and social studies. Strongly Disagree
Our schools provide enough time on specials and elective courses such as Art, Music, Library, PE, Tech Ed, Foreign Languages.	Our schools provide enough time on specials and elective courses such as Art, Music, Library, PE, Tech Ed, Foreign Languages. Strongly Agree	Our schools provide enough time on specials and elective courses such as Art, Music, Library, PE, Tech Ed, Foreign Languages. Agree	Our schools provide enough time on specials and elective courses such as Art, Music, Library, PE, Tech Ed, Foreign Languages. Neutral	Our schools provide enough time on specials and elective courses such as Art, Music, Library, PE, Tech Ed, Foreign Languages. Disagree	Our schools provide enough time on specials and elective courses such as Art, Music, Library, PE, Tech Ed, Foreign Languages. Strongly Disagree
Our schools provide necessary academic support/interventions for students who have fallen behind.	Our schools provide necessary academic support/interventions for students who have fallen behind. Strongly Agree	Our schools provide necessary academic support/interventions for students who have fallen behind. Agree	Our schools provide necessary academic support/interventions for students who have fallen behind. Neutral	Our schools provide necessary academic support/interventions for students who have fallen behind. Disagree	Our schools provide necessary academic support/interventions for students who have fallen behind. Strongly Disagree
Overall, the curriculum prepares my child well for their future.	Overall, the curriculum prepares my child well for their future. Strongly Agree	Overall, the curriculum prepares my child well for their future. Agree	Overall, the curriculum prepares my child well for their future. Neutral	Overall, the curriculum prepares my child well for their future. Disagree	Overall, the curriculum prepares my child well for their future. Strongly Disagree
I am satisfied with the overall instruction my child receives.	I am satisfied with the overall instruction my child receives. Strongly Agree	I am satisfied with the overall instruction my child receives. Agree	I am satisfied with the overall instruction my child receives. Neutral	I am satisfied with the overall instruction my child receives. Disagree	I am satisfied with the overall instruction my child receives. Strongly Disagree

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* 6. How strongly do you agree/disagree with the following statements on School Technology/Cell Phones and devices at CASD?

	Strongly Agree	Agree	Neutral	Disagree	Strongly Disagree
I would support expanding 9th-12th grade cell phone policy restrictions by eliminating cell phone use from bell to bell. (No cell phones allowed during the school day in any setting.)	I would support expanding 9th-12th grade cell phone policy restrictions by eliminating cell phone use from bell to bell. (No cell phones allowed during the school day in any setting.) Strongly Agree	I would support expanding 9th-12th grade cell phone policy restrictions by eliminating cell phone use from bell to bell. (No cell phones allowed during the school day in any setting.) Agree	I would support expanding 9th-12th grade cell phone policy restrictions by eliminating cell phone use from bell to bell. (No cell phones allowed during the school day in any setting.) Neutral	I would support expanding 9th-12th grade cell phone policy restrictions by eliminating cell phone use from bell to bell. (No cell phones allowed during the school day in any setting.) Disagree	I would support expanding 9th-12th grade cell phone policy restrictions by eliminating cell phone use from bell to bell. (No cell phones allowed during the school day in any setting.) Strongly Disagree
I am comfortable with Artificial Intelligence (AI) being used by students to assist with learning.	I am comfortable with Artificial Intelligence (AI) being used by students to assist with learning. Strongly Agree	I am comfortable with Artificial Intelligence (AI) being used by students to assist with learning. Agree	I am comfortable with Artificial Intelligence (AI) being used by students to assist with learning. Neutral	I am comfortable with Artificial Intelligence (AI) being used by students to assist with learning. Disagree	I am comfortable with Artificial Intelligence (AI) being used by students to assist with learning. Strongly Disagree
I support adding Artificial Intelligence (AI) to the curriculum in secondary schools.	I support adding Artificial Intelligence (AI) to the curriculum in secondary schools. Strongly Agree	I support adding Artificial Intelligence (AI) to the curriculum in secondary schools. Agree	I support adding Artificial Intelligence (AI) to the curriculum in secondary schools. Neutral	I support adding Artificial Intelligence (AI) to the curriculum in secondary schools. Disagree	I support adding Artificial Intelligence (AI) to the curriculum in secondary schools. Strongly Disagree
I support reducing screen time during school for Elementary grade students to 45 minutes or less per day.	I support reducing screen time during school for Elementary grade students to 45 minutes or less per day. Strongly Agree	I support reducing screen time during school for Elementary grade students to 45 minutes or less per day. Agree	I support reducing screen time during school for Elementary grade students to 45 minutes or less per day. Neutral	I support reducing screen time during school for Elementary grade students to 45 minutes or less per day. Disagree	I support reducing screen time during school for Elementary grade students to 45 minutes or less per day. Strongly Disagree
I support reducing screen time during the day for Middle School students to 60 minutes or less of the school day.	I support reducing screen time during the day for Middle School students to 60 minutes or less of the school day. Strongly Agree	I support reducing screen time during the day for Middle School students to 60 minutes or less of the school day. Agree	I support reducing screen time during the day for Middle School students to 60 minutes or less of the school day. Neutral	I support reducing screen time during the day for Middle School students to 60 minutes or less of the school day. Disagree	I support reducing screen time during the day for Middle School students to 60 minutes or less of the school day. Strongly Disagree
I support continuing with current screen time for 9-12 grade students as needed.	I support continuing with current screen time for 9-12 grade students as needed. Strongly Agree	I support continuing with current screen time for 9-12 grade students as needed. Agree	I support continuing with current screen time for 9-12 grade students as needed. Neutral	I support continuing with current screen time for 9-12 grade students as needed. Disagree	I support continuing with current screen time for 9-12 grade students as needed. Strongly Disagree

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* 7. What grade would you give the school your child attends: A, B, C, D, or F?

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* 8. How important do you feel the following statements are to CASD and the future plans of the district?

	Extremely Important	Very Important	Moderately Important	Slightly Important	Not at all Important
It is important we provide 11th and 12th grade students with internship opportunities in their career of interest prior to graduation.	It is important we provide 11th and 12th grade students with internship opportunities in their career of interest prior to graduation. Extremely Important	It is important we provide 11th and 12th grade students with internship opportunities in their career of interest prior to graduation. Very Important	It is important we provide 11th and 12th grade students with internship opportunities in their career of interest prior to graduation. Moderately Important	It is important we provide 11th and 12th grade students with internship opportunities in their career of interest prior to graduation. Slightly Important	It is important we provide 11th and 12th grade students with internship opportunities in their career of interest prior to graduation. Not at all Important
It is important we continue to invest in expanding Pre K classrooms, we currently have 9 total classes.	It is important we continue to invest in expanding Pre K classrooms, we currently have 9 total classes. Extremely Important	It is important we continue to invest in expanding Pre K classrooms, we currently have 9 total classes. Very Important	It is important we continue to invest in expanding Pre K classrooms, we currently have 9 total classes. Moderately Important	It is important we continue to invest in expanding Pre K classrooms, we currently have 9 total classes. Slightly Important	It is important we continue to invest in expanding Pre K classrooms, we currently have 9 total classes. Not at all Important
In elementary schools we currently offer Art, Music, PE, and Library and one day a week no special class. It is important we add a 5th special in Elementary schools.	In elementary schools we currently offer Art, Music, PE, and Library and one day a week no special class. It is important we add a 5th special in Elementary schools. Extremely Important	In elementary schools we currently offer Art, Music, PE, and Library and one day a week no special class. It is important we add a 5th special in Elementary schools. Very Important	In elementary schools we currently offer Art, Music, PE, and Library and one day a week no special class. It is important we add a 5th special in Elementary schools. Moderately Important	In elementary schools we currently offer Art, Music, PE, and Library and one day a week no special class. It is important we add a 5th special in Elementary schools. Slightly Important	In elementary schools we currently offer Art, Music, PE, and Library and one day a week no special class. It is important we add a 5th special in Elementary schools. Not at all Important
In middle schools, we currently have 4 core classes and 2 specials classes per day. It is important we add additional time in specials/elective classes. If you answer Extremely Important or Very Important the impact is a reduction in time from the core classes.	In middle schools, we currently have 4 core classes and 2 specials classes per day. It is important we add additional time in specials/elective classes. If you answer Extremely Important or Very Important the impact is a reduction in time from the core classes. Extremely Important	In middle schools, we currently have 4 core classes and 2 specials classes per day. It is important we add additional time in specials/elective classes. If you answer Extremely Important or Very Important the impact is a reduction in time from the core classes. Very Important	In middle schools, we currently have 4 core classes and 2 specials classes per day. It is important we add additional time in specials/elective classes. If you answer Extremely Important or Very Important the impact is a reduction in time from the core classes. Moderately Important	In middle schools, we currently have 4 core classes and 2 specials classes per day. It is important we add additional time in specials/elective classes. If you answer Extremely Important or Very Important the impact is a reduction in time from the core classes. Slightly Important	In middle schools, we currently have 4 core classes and 2 specials classes per day. It is important we add additional time in specials/elective classes. If you answer Extremely Important or Very Important the impact is a reduction in time from the core classes. Not at all Important