Family Engagement Agreement

Family Engagement Agreement

This Family Engagement Agreement is entered into by and between the school and the student’s family to define mutual commitments supporting the student’s academic success and well-being.

Parties and Student Information

School Name:    School Representative:

Date of Birth:    Student ID:    Grade / Program:

Purpose and Term

Purpose: The parties commit to ongoing collaboration to support the student’s academic achievement, attendance, social-emotional development, and safe participation in school activities. Term: This Agreement takes effect on the school start date indicated below and remains in force for the current academic year unless earlier terminated by mutual written agreement or as provided herein.

Anticipated School Start Date:    Anticipated End Date:

Family Commitments

The parent/guardian agrees to the following commitments to promote the student’s success. Please check all that apply to indicate agreement.

Attend scheduled parent-teacher conferences and family engagement events.

Support learning at home by encouraging homework completion and providing a regular study routine.

Maintain regular communication with teachers and school staff regarding progress and concerns.

Ensure regular and punctual student attendance and provide timely notice when absent.

Participate in volunteer or classroom support activities when practicable.

School Commitments

The school commits to partner with the family through regular communication, timely responses to concerns, provision of resources and academic supports, respectful treatment, and opportunities for meaningful family participation in school decision-making.

Provide regular progress updates and notification of academic or behavioral concerns.

Coordinate academic supports and referrals to school-based services as appropriate.

Ensure communication and engagement practices are culturally responsive and accessible.

Communication Preferences and Language

Preferred Method(s) of Contact:

Phone    Email    Text Message    Postal Mail

Translation / interpretation services requested

Emergency & Medical Information

Consent, Privacy, and Acknowledgements

By signing below, the parent/guardian and the school representative acknowledge and agree:

1. The parties will exchange information necessary to support the student's progress in accordance with applicable student privacy laws and school policy; information will be shared only with authorized staff or as required by law.

2. The school will make reasonable efforts to provide accommodations and supports identified through this Agreement or through established individualized planning processes.

3. This Agreement does not supersede special education plans, health plans, or other formal written plans; when applicable, team-developed plans will govern those areas.

I consent to the student being photographed or recorded for school-related non-commercial purposes (e.g., classroom activities, newsletters). Consent may be revoked in writing.

I consent to the student’s participation in school activities that may include routine transportation provided by the district or approved volunteers, subject to event-specific notices.

Modification, Termination, and Dispute Resolution

This Agreement may be amended by mutual written consent of the parent/guardian and the school representative. Either party may terminate participation by providing written notice; however, ongoing programs or services arranged under separate plans may continue as required by applicable policy. Disputes regarding implementation should be raised promptly with the school; the parties agree to attempt informal resolution prior to initiating formal grievance procedures.

Certification: I certify that I have read, understand, and agree to the commitments and terms set forth in this Family Engagement Agreement. I understand that signatures below indicate acceptance of the responsibilities and mutual expectations described herein.

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