6th Grd Parent Survey - Spring 2012

6th Grade - General School

• 96% agreed that they are comfortable approaching and communicating with the Middle School Administration.

• 96% said the Middle School Administration has listened to any concerns they had through the school year.

• 92% said they were satisfied with written communications received from the Middle School Administration/staff.

• 96% said they think that student discipline is handled appropriately.

• 100% said they were pleased with the spiritual atmosphere of the Middle School.

• 100% said they were pleased with the Middle School class offerings and curricular opportunities.

• 100% said they think there is sufficient academic support for their students.

• 96% said the Middle School Receptionist is personable and helpful.

• 96% said the Middle School Administrative Assistant is personable and helpful.

• 100% said they were pleased with the worship opportunities in chapel.

Technology Integration

• 96% said they were pleased with the technology integration taking place in the Middle School classrooms.

• 100% said they support the idea of students being allowed to have an iPad or laptop in the classroom.

Curriculum and Instruction

• 100% said their student had a good year overall.

• 100% said the 6th grade teachers have been accessible.

• 100% said communication has been answered in a timely manner.

• 100% said spiritual integration is evident in the classroom.

• 100% said the teachers have exhibited Christian influence/Christian example.

• 100% said the homework load is appropriate for my student.

• 100% said the 6th grade program fosters a positive atmosphere.

• 96% said their student is incorporating elements of study skills successfully.

• 100% said the Lesson Plans are posted to the web site in a timely manner.

• 100% said the Lesson Plans are kept current.

• 92% said the orientation process was informative for them.

• 96% said the orientation process was helpful for their child.

• 100% said the teachers partner with parents in the education of the students.

The ranking of communication methods:

• 88% favored email communication

• 92% favored phone communication

• 88% favored conference events

• 88% favored the Silverdale Scope

• 80% favored the use of letters