Information for Parents
During the school year, students often produce work that may be displayed in public forums. This may include, but is not limited to, artwork, written documents, and Science or Social Studies projects. When displayed, the student’s name and school are sometimes given. If you do not want your child’s work displayed in such a manner, please notify your child’s teacher using this form.
Monarch's Philosophy- Academic success is directly correlated to attendance and tardies. Administrators, guidance counselors, security, teachers, students and parents must work together to make sure students are present and on time to each class of the day. The Broward County Public School's Tardy Policy is now in effect. Please refer to the Code of Student Conduct for further information.
Students are required to wear (visible & above the waist) their current 2008/2009 Monarch High School ID card at all times while on campus. An ID is also required to attend many after school activities. See the Security Office to obtain an ID if you do not have one after the initial issue date.
The Department of Education has recently released a new parent information DVD - “Your Child, Your Public Schools.” It’s a free DVD designed to help parents better understand Florida’s school system and to provide them with information to help them take an active role in their child’s education. The DVD covers such topics as FCAT Essentials, Inside School Grades, and so much more. To obtain your copy of the DVD, simply contact your local district volunteer coordinator or the Department of Education Bureau of Family and Community Outreach at (850) 245-0847.
You may also view the DVD at www.fldoe.org/parentdvd
School Public Accountability Report
No Child Left Behind (NCLB) / School Public Accountability Report (SPAR). No Child Left Behind federal legislation and Florida statute requires that schools provide parents with an annual school status report at the beginning of each school year. The Florida Department of Education has produced a SPAR for Monarch High School containing all the required NCLB indicators, including the indicator on Annual Yearly Progress (AYP).
A copy of the 2007-2008 NCLB/SPAR will soon be available for parents and community members to review on the Florida Department of Education website at: http://doeweb-prd.doe.state.fl.us/eds/nclbspar/index.cfm.
Volunteers
Students learn at home, in school, and in the community. Research shows that parent involvement is the single most important indicator of school success.
The staff of Monarch High School is committed to excellence in education and encourages parents to become involved in their students' education. There are opportunities for parent and community involvement at Monarch High School.
PARENT AND COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS
Parent volunteers are needed at Monarch High School to serve as mentors and tutors.
Tutors and mentors are needed to assist students in preparation for FCAT, in
learning English, and in exploring careers. Business and community volunteers are needed to serve as guest speakers in the career and technical
classes. If you are interested in being a volunteer at Monarch High School,
contact Tom Weber, Guidance Director.
FCAT TIPS
FCAT Tips For Monarch Parents - http://www.firn.edu/doe/sas/fcat/pdf/fckey90e.pdf
