School—Parent Compacts
What is a School-Parent Compact?
Updated August 5, 2026 — A School-Parent Compact for Achievement is an agreement that parents, students, and teachers develop together. It explains how parents and teachers will work together to make sure all our students reach grade-level standards. Effective compacts:
- Link to goals of the school improvement plan
- Focus on student learning skills
- Describe how teachers will help students develop those skills using high-quality instruction
- Share strategies parents can use at home
- Explain how teachers and parents will communicate about student progress
The parents, students, and staff of New Hope Elementary School developed this School-Parent Compact for Achievement. Teachers suggested home learning strategies, parents added ideas to make them more specific, and students told us what would help them learn. Meetings are held
annually to review the Compact and make changes based on student needs.
Parents are welcome to contribute comments at any time. If you would like to share a suggestion, please contact us at 706-673-3180
Goals for Student Achievement
District Goals
- Goal 1: Increase the WCS graduation rate from 91.13% to 93.13% over the next three years for all students.
- Goal 2: Reduce the achievement gap(s) in English Language Arts & Mathematics.
- Goal 3: To increase the capacity of all WCS teachers and leaders to enhance student learning through evidence-based professional learning.
School Goals and Focus Areas
New Hope Elementary administrators and teachers have studied our student performance data to determine the most important areas of improvement for our school.
- Goal 1:
During the 2026-2027 school year, 100 % of certified staff will participate in a collaborative process and professional learning to improve Tier I instruction and overall student achievement.
- Goal 2:
During the 2026-2027 school year, the percentage of students in the Proficient Learners category will increase by 5% on Georgia Milestones (3-5) and the Average and above range on MAP assessment (K-2) in ELA and math.
- Goal 3:
During the 2026–2027 school year, 100% of certified and classified staff will implement the following consistent social-emotional learning (SEL) practice/strategies (intentional student greetings at entry points, morning meetings and Zones of Regulationcheck-ins) daily, as evidenced by lesson plans, walkthrough data, and staff self-reflection.
Activities to Build Partnerships
New Hope Elementary is committed to providing ways to build a deeper partnership between home and school. The following events offer parents the chance to work together with our school to provide fun, educational opportunities for all students:
- Meet the Teacher Event
- Book Fairs
- Fall Festival/Trunk or Treat/ Literacy Night
- Creative Discovery Parent Nights
- Valentine's Dance
- Story Den Writing Celebrations
- Award Days
- Milestones Notes of Praise
New Hope Elementary is committed to frequent two-way communication with families about children’s learning. Some of the ways you can expect us to reach you are:
- School/Home Communication Folders
- Parent-teacher conferences/calls/emails
- Updates & communication on Infinite Campus & Social Media
- Monthly/Weekly Classroom Newsletters
Do you have questions about your child’s progress?
Contact your child’s teacher at (706) 673-3180 or by e-mail.