The WRIGHT MIDDLE SCHOOL staff and the parents of the students participating in activities, services, and programs funded by Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), agree that this compact outlines how the parents, students, and the entire school staff will share the responsibility for improving student academic achievement. Signing this compact states the commitment of all stakeholders to take the necessary steps by which the school staff, parents, and students will build and develop a partnership that will help students achieve the State’s high academic standards. This School Family compact is a collaboration of suggestions from students, parents, and staff and will be in effect for the 2023-2024 academic year.
As a Wright Middle School PARENT/GUARDIAN, I will:
- See that my child attends school regularly, according to the MNPS school calendar dates.
- See that my child arrives to school on time and attends classes according to the set school hours.
- Communicate with my child about his/her school lessons and activities daily.
- Insist that all my student’s assignments are completed.
- Review student progress reports and quarterly report cards.
- Communicate with my child’s teachers through phone calls, emails, and by attending conferences.
- Support my child and Wright Middle School by attending school events (Open house; meetings, workshops, sporting events, academy showcases, fundraisers, etc…)
- Take responsibility for my child’s behavior.
- Make a conscious effort to assist my child in maintaining a balanced schedule (school work, family time, extracurricular activities, etc…)
- Communicate with the school when any changes occur in address, phone numbers, or health related issues.
- Set an example of respectful behavior toward all school faculty and staff.
As a Wright Middle School STUDENT, I will:
- Behave in a safe and respectful manner, as to not disrupt the learning environment of others.
- Obey all school rules and expectations.
- Be a good citizen by doing what is right, showing respect to adults and peers, and taking responsibility for my actions.
- Maintain adequate attendance, including being on time for school and all classes.
- Have all necessary materials for every class, so that I am prepared to complete the given tasks.
- Do my best on all assignments, ask for help when I need it, and turn in all assignments on time.
- Do my best to regularly access my grades via a teacher or Infinite Campus and make up any missing work to maintain good academic standing.
- Give my parents or the adult who is responsible for my welfare all notices and information received by me from my school every day.
- Take pride in my school and realize that I play a part in the overall success and perception of Wright Middle School.
As a SCHOOL, we will:
- Maintain consistent communication with parents concerning students’ progress through the use of phone calls, emails, parent-teacher conferences, student progress reports, report cards, and other forms of communication.
- Establish a welcoming environment for all visitors;
- Provide high-quality curriculum and instruction in a supportive and effective learning environment to help students meet the MNPS and State student and academic achievement standards.
- Strive to meet the different developmental, social, emotional, academic, and physical needs of each student.
- Communicate with parents and the community and encourage family/community involvement.
- Follow the policies set forth by Metro Nashville Public Schools
- Support community and school based initiatives.
- Honor all commitments for teaming, planning, and special events.
- Provide a time for parent-teacher conferences at least annually during which the compact will be discussed as it relates to the individual child’s achievement.
- Provide resources for parents to work with their child on areas of curriculum concern.
- Provide multiple community partnerships and support programs for students, to help ensure their personal success.
- Provide parents opportunities to volunteer, participate, and observe in their child’s classes and school activities.
- Be reasonably accessible to parents to discuss student progress and other concerns. (All faculty and staff can be reached via email and through the main phone line of WMS).