CCSD DISTRICTWIDE PARENT/GUARDIAN ONLINE SURVEY

Thank you fo completing the CCSD District-wide survey. 

Mission of Gordy’s Guardians: To promote the welfare of our children and to enrich their school environment through a organized parent participation and school-wide support.

Goal of Gordy’s Guardians: Gordy’s Guardians will promote the welfare and enrichment of children at home, school, and in the community.  Guardians will develop a closer relationship between the home and school, so that parents and teachers may cooperate in the education of our future.

Gordy’s Guardians Activities Include:

• Staff support throughout the school year

• School Carnival and Snow Day

• Supporting school-wide fundraising events

• Support after-school events

• Support school-wide events such as Field Day, McCaw 5K Fun Run, Desert Trackers, Teacher Appreciation Week, etc. 

Fundraisers: School-wide fundraisers will support technology expansion, Classroom Novel Sets, Dragon Camp, and STEAM enrichment opportunities.

Gordy’s Guardian Volunteers: Volunteers assist teachers as room parents, with copying and clerical needs, and keeping classroom wish lists up to date, as well as supporting and participating in student enrichment activities such as Snow Day, Field Day, Student Picture Days, and field trips.

Purpose

Gordon McCaw STEAM Academy is committed to fostering a strong partnership between home and school. Collaboration among families, staff, and the community is essential to ensuring every student receives a high-quality education.

Policy Development

This policy is jointly developed by Gordon McCaw STEAM Academy, the Parent Involvement School Organization Team, and Gordy’s Guardians. It is reviewed to ensure practices remain aligned with the needs of students, families, and the school community.

The policy and all parent communications are posted on the McCaw website and provided in an understandable, uniform format in languages accessible to families whenever practicable.

Family Participation in School Planning

Parents play an essential role in the planning and writing of the School Performance Plan.

• Information is shared through the front office, McCaw website, school communication tools, and other approved channels.

• Parent surveys gather feedback to guide decision-making.

• Parent insights are used to strengthen school programs, guide professional development, and shape communication practices.

The school continues to seek increased parent participation in surveys and engagement opportunities. McCaw remains committed to supporting students’ social learning, perseverance, and confidence.

Educational Involvement Accords

Educational Involvement Accords are integrated into the registration process. Administrators and teachers may reference the Accords as needed during conferences or student support discussions.

Family Support for Academic Standards and Learning

Families receive academic content standards through the CCSD Curriculum Overview Guides.
McCaw maintains an open-door approach to communication and support, including:

• Parent Orientation

• Parent-Teacher Conferences

• Regular academic progress reports

• Ongoing communication through classroom and schoolwide platforms

Parents are encouraged to communicate regularly with teachers regarding academic and social progress to ensure students receive the support needed to meet state academic standards.

Programs & Activities Supporting Family Engagement

McCaw STEAM Academy provides opportunities for families to participate in meaningful, student-centered activities, including:

Family Events

• Family Back to School Night and Meet the Teacher

• Family Literacy & STEAM Events

• Desert Trackers

• Dragon Camp Family Nights

Volunteer & Tutoring Programs

• Parent/Community Enrichment Programs

• Parent Volunteer Program

• Desert Trackers Healthy Living Program

• Gordy’s Guardians Parent Organization

Early Childhood & Special Education Support

• Home visits and communication support for preschool and special education families

• Weekly family meetings offering training and literacy support

Student Recognition

• Kindness Counts monthly recognition program

• Weekly student celebrations for acts of kindness

• Academic Program Celebrations

Professional Learning for Staff

Teachers participate in quarterly Site-Based Collaboration sessions focused on strengthening parent and community engagement. Staff use daily communication tools—such as Class Dojo, Remind, and other approved systems—to maintain open communication with families.

Tutoring and enrichment programs incorporate family events where parents can learn academic strategies and engage in project-based learning alongside their children.

School Plan of Operation

A parent representative serves on the School Improvement Team, ensuring parent perspectives are included in planning, goal-setting, and decision-making. This representation supports shared responsibility for student success across the McCaw community.

Community Outreach & Support

McCaw STEAM Academy partners with community and educational organizations to support student learning and family needs, including:

• City of Henderson STEAM support

• Nevada State College academic partnerships

• University of Las Vegas Nevada (UNLV)

• Stakeholders across the local school community to support STEAM and student enrichment activities

School–Family Communication

The school engages in consistent, two-way communication using a variety of tools to ensure all families are informed and supported.

Communication Methods

• McCaw School Website

• Academic and social progress reports

• Schoolwide communication systems for grade and progress updates

• Monthly McCaw newsletter

• Classroom newsletters

• Parent-Teacher Conferences

• Gordy Grams student recognition notes

• Home visits for attendance and family support

Schoolwide and District surveys are used to improve engagement efforts. Data informs communication practices, professional development, and meeting agendas to ensure alignment with family needs.