1. Parent LCAP Survey

The East Whittier City School District values the input of its parents as it prepares to evaluate the implementation of the Local Control and Accountability Plan and Annual Update for the 19-20 school year.  The LCAP is a tool for local educational agencies to set goals, plan actions, and leverage resources to meet those goals to improve student outcomes.  The LCAP is a three-year plan that describes the goals, actions, services, and expenditures to support positive student outcomes that address state and local priorities. The LCAP provides an opportunity for local educational agencies (LEAs) to share their stories of how, what, and why programs and services are selected to meet their local needs. 

Please select the appropriate mark to indicate your opinion with each of the statements below.  If your children attend different schools within our District, please complete a survey for each child.

If your child receives special services or support for Gifted and Talented Education, English Learner, or has an Individualized Education Plan, please complete the questions at the end of the survey.

Please complete the following survey by Wednesday, January 15, 2020.

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* 1. I am a ...?

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* 2. My child attends the following school.

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* 3. The classrooms are clean.

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* 4. The school playground is clean.

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* 5. The school restrooms are clean.

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* 6. The school is in good repair.  (No safety hazards, chipping paint, broken water faucets, etc.)

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* 7. The school facilities have been upgraded using Measure R and Z funds (paint, roof, asphalt, flooring, lockers, etc.)

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* 8. The school provides textbooks and learning materials to support my child's learning of the California State Standards. (Common Core)

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* 9. The school provides technology to support my child's learning of the California State Standards. (Common Core)

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* 10. The school is teaching my child/children the California State Standards. (Common Core)

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* 11. For parents of Middle Schoolers only-
The 6th-8th-grade students have access to a variety of elective courses (band, art, STEM, etc.)

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* 12. For parents of Middle Schoolers only-
What other Broad Course of Study options would you like the District/School to provide for your child?  Select all that apply

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* 13. For parents of Elementary Students only-
The K-5th-grade students in our District have access to visual and performing arts through the VAPA team (art, dance, music, & PE).

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* 14. For parents of Elementary School students only-
What other Broad Course of Study options would you like the District/School to provide for your child?  Select all that apply

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* 15. The school is preparing my student/students for a successful life, college, and/or career.

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* 16. The school provides academic support for students who are not meeting grade level standards. (tutoring, Sat. School, etc.)

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* 17. This school is a safe place.

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* 18. My child/children feel safe in their classroom.

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* 19. My child/children feel safe outside of their classroom.

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* 20. My child/children look forward to coming to school.

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* 21. My child/children are motivated to learn at school.

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* 22. My child/children receive encouragement on a regular basis by school staff.

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* 23. The school notifies parents if the student is late or absent from school.

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* 24. The school works collaboratively with parents to improve chronic absenteeism. [Chronic Absenteeism is defined as missing 10% or more of a school year--approximately 18 days a year]

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* 25. The school notifies parents about programs and services to support children would they have personal problems (counseling, mentoring, etc.).

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* 26. The school notifies parents about any student discipline involving their children in a timely manner.

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* 27. The school notifies parents about programs and services available to stop Bullying.

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* 28. The school notifies parents about programs and services available to stop negative behaviors.

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* 29. Describe something that is especially positive about your school.

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* 30. The school encourages parent involvement by sending home calls/flyers/reminders inviting parents to meetings and events.

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* 31. Parent events are scheduled at convenient times for parents to attend.

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* 32. I feel comfortable participating in school activities and events.

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* 33. The school/District embraces our family strengths, culture, and language.

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* 34. The school/District provides opportunities for 2-way communication between families and educators using language that is understandable and accessible to families.

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* 35. The school/District provides me with the resources needed to strengthen student learning at home.

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* 36. The school/District provides me with the trainings needed to strengthen student learning at home.

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* 37. The school/District provides incentives that encourage parent involvement (dinner/babysitting).

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* 38. The school effectively communicates children's' academic progress by sending home graded assignments/reports/and posting information on the Parent Portal.

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* 39. Please write a brief answer to the following question in the space provided below:  What can your school/District do to improve and help motivate your child/children to succeed?

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* 40. For parents of  students with an IEP (Individualized Educational Program only)
The school is helping Special Education students meet their Individualized Educational Program goals and be proficient on the state and local tests.  [The Individualized Education Program, also called the IEP, is a document that is developed for each public school child who needs special education.]

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* 41. For parents of students who are English Learners:
The school is helping English Learners learn English as quickly as possible and be proficient on the state and local tests.  [English Learners, or ELs, are students who are unable to communicate fluently or learn effectively in English, who often come from non-English-speaking homes and backgrounds, and who typically require specialized or modified instruction in both the English language and in their academic courses.]

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* 42. For parents of G.A.T.E. students only:
The school is providing a high-quality educational program for G.A.T.E. [Gifted and Talented Education] students.

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