Atlantis Charter School is a school of choice. Empowered with that choice, families are afforded the opportunity to make a positive impact, not only on the life of their child, but the lives of the entire Atlantis community.

The purpose of the Atlantis Charter School Volunteer Program is to utilize our most valuable resource- the Atlantis families and community- in an organized and efficient manner, to enrich the quality of the educational experience for the students of Atlantis.

The most important relationship contributing to the academic success of a child exists between the family, student, and teacher. This relationship is similar to a 3-legged table; if one of the legs is weak or broken, the table will stand.

The main function of the Family Learning Center is to offer support to all aspects of this relationship. Collaborating with parents, staff, students, and the community, the FLC provides a variety of activities and services that create opportunities for our families to directly participate in the education of their children in a way that is healthy and positive.

Academic excellence is a “life-long learning” process which can be achieved by holding oneself to a few basic responsibilities and expectations. The vehicle by which the FLC communicates these responsibilities is provided in the Home and School Involvement Compact.

Prior to enrollment at Atlantis Charter School, parents and students agree to read aloud each of the responsibilities and expectations listed within the compact (below).

Home and School Involvement Compact

PARENTS AS PARTNERS

 PARENTS

I understand that Atlantis is a “school of choice” and that, by signing the Compact, I agree to accept all the responsibilities listed in this document and in the Student Handbook. Failure to do so on my part or the part of my child will result in a reassessment of the placement of my child at Atlantis. I also agree that involvement in my child’s education is necessary to ensure his/her high academic achievement, positive attitude, and exemplary behavior. Therefore I WILL:

 1.         Have my child in school every day on time and in uniform.

2.         Ensure that my child arrives at school prepared to learn.

3.         Support all the school’s regulations - including the homework, attendance, discipline, and uniform policies.

4.         Communicate with my child’s teachers regularly.

5.         Attend all meetings as scheduled by the teacher and/or Principal including all Parent/Teacher Conferences.

6.         Respond to all school communications promptly.

7.         Address any concerns openly, honestly, and politely with my child’s teacher or other appropriate staff member.

8.         Provide my child with a safe, healthy, positive home environment.

9.         Help my child develop a positive attitude about school.

10.       Volunteer a minimum of six hours a year during school or parent sponsored events.

11.       Participate in at least two family activities a year made available through the Atlantis Family Learning Center.

 STUDENTS

I understand that my education is important. I know that I am responsible for my own success. Therefore, I agree to carry out the following responsibilities and I WILL:

1.         Attend school and be on time and in uniform, everyday.

2.         Arrive at school prepared and ready to learn.

3.         Respect my teachers, other school staff, volunteers, and other students.

4.         Do my best everyday and in every class.

5.         Follow all school and class regulations.

6.         Complete and turn in all my homework on time.

7.         Be responsible for my own behavior – no excuses.

8.         Resolve problems by using appropriate words.

9.         Respect the property of others.

10.       Promptly return all corrected assignments and other school information to my parents/guardians.

TEACHERS

I understand the importance of the educational experience for every student and my role as a teacher and role model. Therefore, in order to encourage learning at home, at school, and in the community, I agree to carry out the following responsibilities and I WILL:

1.         Provide a quality program of instruction.

2.         Have high expectations of success that will help all children become more independent.

3.         Address students’ individual needs and encourage individual talents.

4.         Provide a safe and positive learning environment for each student.

5.         Communicate and meet with all parents regularly regarding their child’s progress and behavior.

6.         Help parents support learning and positive behavior at home.

7.         Model respectful behavior by treating students respectfully.

If you have any questions or would like to “Experience the difference” at Atlantis, Parents and guardians are recommended to contact the Family Learning Center.

Mathieu Pilotte, Director                  Diane Boutin, Assistant

Family Learning Center                      Family Learning Center

508-646.6410 Ext. 101                        508-646-6410 Ext. 102