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Title I School Compact

Revised: February 6, 2021


Parent Portion of Compact:

1.  I will teach my child the value of respecting self, others, and property.  I will also teach my child appropriate behavior and good manners.

2.  I will make sure my child attends school every day, arriving on time and staying until dismissal.

3.  I will be involved in my child’s education by: Reading with my child 20 minutes a day; helping my child with the reading and math homework that is sent home each week; attending parent conferences and letting my child’s teacher know if my child is struggling with learning.

4.  I will read all the information the school sends home and contact the school when I have questions or concerns.

5. I will have an APS background check when attending a school field trip and/or volunteer at the school 3 or more times a year.

6. I will conduct myself when on APS property such as at Governor Bent Elementary School campus with a level of respect, consideration and civility.


Student Portion of Compact:

1.  I will have Cougar Cool behavior: ROAR.  (Respect, On-task, Awesome Attitude, Responsibility)

2.  I will have good school attendance, be on time for class, and be ready to work everyday.

3.  I will ask for help from my parents and teachers when I don’t understand and need help.

4.  I will complete all homework assignments and read nightly with a parent for 20 minutes.

5.  I will follow the school-wide vision- Growing Hearts Growing Minds Growing Together 


Teacher Portion of Compact:

1.  I will conduct myself in a courteous and professional manner.

2.  I will provide a challenging curriculum using the Common Core State Standards and set high expectations in academics and    behavior, which are designed to meet all students’ needs.

3.  I will monitor students’ progress in reading and math and communicate the progress to parents in a clear manner at least every six weeks throughout the school year.

4. I will provide positive behavior supports for students.

5. I will Implement the 90-Day Plan

6. I will follow the school-wide vision- Growing Hearts Growing Minds Growing Together


Administrator Portion of Compact: 

1.  I will create avenues of communication that are easily understood and informative between school and home.

2.  I will act as an instructional leader by supporting teachers in their classrooms.

3.  I will involve parents in the educational process by: publishing a school newsletter, offering family/ parent activities, and inviting parents to participate at school.

4.  I will create a welcoming atmosphere for students and parents.

5. I will implement the 90-Day Plan

6. I will follow the school-wide vision- Growing Hearts Growing Minds Growing Together