Community Engagement

The Community Engagement Commission will engage all members of the community, business, religious, and government entities in improving the quality of life and education of all children.  Working together opens new horizons of possibilities for our future.

It involves:

  • Students
  • Parents
  • Teachers
  • Administrators
  • Businesses
  • Community Leaders
  • Community Organization

Community Engagement Focuses

On a local level, the programs the commissioner will cover are determined by their executive board based on the needs assessment, which is done at the beginning of the year.

● Business and Community Sponsorships and Partnerships
● Community/Public Engagement
● Educating Family and Community Groups
● Education Foundations
● Information/Communication Network Plans
● Lifelong Education/Community Education
● Minority Leadership and Engagement
● Parent/Community Engagement Events ("Come Play with PTA")
● Teacher Appreciation (usually done in May)
● Volunteer Coordination
● Volunteer Appreciation

 

 

 

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