Title I

• We recognize parents as partners in the education of their children. 
• We value the time parents and other family members spend helping and encouraging their children. 
• Parents are encouraged to visit and volunteer at Lydia Hawk. Conferences are held in October and March.

• Lydia Hawk is committed to holding all students to high expectations. 
• We expect all our students to gain proficiency and meet the goals in the areas of reading, writing, math, and behavior. We want all our students to know that we believe in them and expect the best from them. Parents are essential to achieving this mission. 

As the principal of Lydia Hawk, I agree to: 

• Support a welcoming environment for students, parents, and staff. 
• Communicate the district and school mission and goals to students and parents. 
• Maintain a positive and safe learning environment. 
• Maintain and encourage high standards of academic achievement and behavior. 

As a student at Lydia Hawk, I agree to: 

• Follow SOAR rules each day.
• Read at home daily.
• Come to school on time. 
• Do my best in what I learn.  
• Practice social and emotional skills that I learn each day to solve conflicts and manage my emotions.  
• Cooperate with my classmates and with the teachers, principal, and other staff.
• Take pride in who I am, what I learn, and where I go to school. 

As a parent or guardian, I agree to: 

• Provide a positive role model for my child’s learning.
• Be involved with school activities when possible.
• See that my child attends school regularly, is on time, and is ready to learn.
• Speak positively about the school and staff.
• Encourage my child’s efforts and talk to them about their concerns.
• Communicate with the teacher if I have questions or concerns.
• Teach my child to be proud of their accomplishments. 

As a teacher at Lydia Hawk, I agree to:

• Hold students to high expectations and be positive role models.
• Encourage students in a positive way.
• Provide a challenging and safe learning environment.
• Have materials ready that will provide high-quality learning experiences.
• Communicate with parents using newsletters, phone calls, notes, and conferences.
• Provide information about students’ progress on a regular basis.
• Teach students to be proud of their accomplishments.