Topic 2: Student-to-District Communication Guidelines

Topic 2: Student-to-District Communication Guidelines

Objective:
To provide students with appropriate and accessible ways to express their ideas, voice concerns, and contribute to school and district decisions.

Internal and External Stakeholders:

• Internal: Teachers, Counselors, Principals, Student Leadership Advisors

• External: Students

Step-by-Step Operations Procedure:

1. Students may express classroom concerns to their teacher or advisor first.

2. For schoolwide or broader issues, students can request a meeting with their school principal or counselor.

3. Student councils are encouraged to formally communicate ideas through structured presentations or forums.

4. Student surveys and district feedback forms are offered at least annually to gather broad input.

Step-by-Step Communications Procedure:

1. Students can email or speak directly with staff members for non-emergency concerns.

2. Schools promote town halls, listening sessions, or forums for student voice.

3. Students are guided in respectful self-advocacy and given communication tools through SEL or advisory time.

4. The Superintendent or the Program Manager of Communications and Strategic Initiatives may attend student-led events or respond to formal proposals.

Possible Communication Mediums:

• Student Email

• Student Council Proposals

• Surveys & Town Halls

• Anonymous Feedback Forms