Archived:Chapter 2: Write the Compact (continued)

Chapter 2: Write the Compact (continued)

Shared responsibility for student learning and high achievement

As a school, we will

As a family, we will

As a student, I will

Set high standards and high expectations

Expect students not only to learn the basics but also to take more rigorous courses in order to reach their individual potential while preparing for college or for careers.

Work with the school and our child to plan a rigorous academic program.

Discuss with our child the importance of working hard to get the most out of school.

Discover my own unique abilities by taking challenging courses.

Provide and support sound instruction

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Provide and support sound instruction

Assign meaningful homework with clear directions and return it promptly with comments.

Offer special assistance and appropriate time to students who progress at different rates.

Monitor our child's progress and supervise completion of homework.

Read at home together or encourage our child to read at least 30 minutes a day.

Attend school regularly, ready to learn with homework completed.

Use my free time wisely by reading for pleasure and by joining in cultural, recreational, and learning activities.

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Make schools safe and drug free

Set firm and fair safety, discipline, and drug enforcement policies.

Talk with our child about the dangers of alcohol, drugs, and weapons.

Serve as a role model to my peers by honoring the school discipline codes.

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Apply modern technology

Make the use of computers and Internet a routine part of instruction, reinforcing lessons and skills while enabling students to become technologically literate.

Find ways to give our children access to technology in school and after school to gain the necessary skills to succeed in school and in the workplace.

Learn to use computers and the Internet to help me do well in school.

Share my knowledge of computers and the Internet with my peers and my family.

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