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Norfolk Public Schools Strategic Planning Survey 2022- Parent/ Guardian

Parent Survey

The Norfolk Public School District is in the beginning stages of developing a new long-range strategic plan.  This strategic plan will establish goals for the Norfolk Public Schools including all of our educational programs and services for the period starting in June 2023 and ending in June 2028.  As an important part of the process we are actively seeking feedback and input from parents, students, staff and other community members.  In the spring we gathered feedback from Norfolk families and school staff about school culture and climate.  This survey is designed to look at other broad educational priorities and needs.  Your thoughts and insights from both surveys will help to shape the strategic planning process and support us in focusing on the greatest concerns of Norfolk residents and school community members.  We strongly encourage you to complete the following brief survey by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2022. 
1.What grade level is your child (children) currently in?
2.Mission Statement:
The Norfolk Public Schools offers a safe, joyful and challenging learning environment that meets the needs of our diverse students. Through school, family and community partnerships, we provide an education that inspires life-long learners, and cultivates caring and productive citizens of our ever-changing world.  

Please indicate the degree to which you feel the mission statement describes the broad goals and objectives of the district.
Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly Agree
3.Vision Statement:
Teach. Inspire. Empower. Succeed.

Vision statements are intended to be inspiring, but brief and easy to remember. Please indicate the degree to which you feel the current vision statement meets this criteria.
Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly Agree
4.To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement:  Our family feels welcome when entering the Norfolk Public Schools or attending special school programs or events.
Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly Agree
5.Which of the following do you feel are the greatest strengths of the Norfolk Public Schools?  Please choose three.
6.Which of the following do you think are the greatest challenges or the most important issues the Norfolk Public Schools will need to address in the coming years?  Please choose (3).
7.To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements:
Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly Agree
I feel the NPS curriculum effectively prepares my child to enter the next academic year.
Overall, the homework my child receives is meaningful and supports them in building independent learning skills.
My child's school has high expectations for all students.
8.The following support services available to students in Norfolk are strong and meet the needs of my child.
Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly Agree
Not Applicable
General Education Support Services through classroom teachers, reading and/or math specialists
Special Education Support Services
The Mental/Behavioral Health Services 
9.The School District regularly communicates important information to parents and school community members in a timely manner.
Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly Agree
10.Do you participate in any of parent volunteer opportunities or Norfolk Public Schools Councils or Committees?
11.What do you think the future of education in Norfolk should look like?  Please indicate the top three priorities you think the strategic plan should address.
12.Is there anything else you think the Norfolk Public Schools should consider in developing a new strategic plan?