Title 1 Information
H.D. Karns Alternative School Title I Parent and Family Engagement Plan
The H.D. Karns Alternative School is committed to creating a welcoming and supportive environment where families are valued as essential partners in student success. We believe that strong relationships between home and school improve attendance, engagement, achievement, and post-secondary outcomes. Through open communication, individualized support, and meaningful opportunities for involvement, we strive to empower families to actively participate in their child's educational journey.
Welcoming Families into the School Community
H.D. Karns will provide opportunities for families to connect with staff and become active members of the school community through:
• Open House
• Parent Orientation
• New Student Enrollment and Transition Meetings
• Student Intervention Team Meetings
• Individual Plans of Study Conferences
• Student-Led Conferences
• 8th Grade Recognition Ceremony
• High School Graduation Ceremony
• Family Engagement Events
Effective Communication
H.D. Karns will maintain consistent and meaningful communication with families through:
• Student-Led Conferences
• Individual Plans of Study Conferences
• Skyward Family Access
• ParentSquare Communication Platform
• Monthly School Newsletters
• Site Council Meetings
• Teacher and Staff Communication through email, phone calls, and ParentSquare
• H.D. Karns Social Media Updates
• Weekly Grade and Missing Assignment Reports
• Quarterly Progress Reports
• Open-Door Communication with School Administration
Supporting Student Success
H.D. Karns will support student achievement through individualized programming and ongoing monitoring, including:
• Student Intervention Team (SIT) Meetings
• Professional Learning Communities (PLCs)
• Competency-Based Learning Opportunities
• Credit Recovery and Graduation Planning
• Weekly Academic Progress Monitoring
• Attendance Monitoring and Family Support
• Social-Emotional and Behavioral Supports
• Individualized Student Success Plans
Advocating for Every Child
H.D. Karns believes every student can succeed when provided appropriate support and opportunities. Families are encouraged to advocate for their child through:
• Individual Plans of Study (IPS) Conferences
• Title I Parent-School Compact
• Family Engagement Surveys
• Student Intervention Team Meetings
• Open-Door Policy with Staff and Administration
• Ongoing Family Input and Feedback Opportunities
Sharing Responsibility for Student Success
Student success is a shared responsibility among students, families, and school staff. H.D. Karns promotes this partnership through:
• Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
• School-Wide Expectations
• Student Recognition Programs and Celebrations
• Attendance and Academic Incentives
• Site Council Participation
• Collaborative Problem-Solving Meetings
Preparing Students for Post-Secondary Success
H.D. Karns works to connect students with real-world opportunities and future pathways through:
• Jobs for America's Graduates-Kansas (JAG-K)
• Career Exploration Activities
• Kansas Works Partnership and Resources
• Guest Speakers from Local Businesses, Military, and Community Organizations
• College and Career Readiness Planning
• Workforce Development Opportunities
Through these efforts, the H.D. Karns Alternative School is committed to partnering with families to ensure every student is prepared for success in school, career, and life.