CTESS

Parent/Guardian Survey • ​ Administered to Parents/Guardians • ​ Twelve (12) items covering school climate, academic support for their child, and school communication • ​ Parents/Guardians rate each item by selecting from one of five response choices: • ​ Strongly Agree, Agree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree, or No Opinion • ​ Parents/Guardians may provide comments after each item • ​ Parent/Guardian responses are anonymous unless they choose to identify themselves for the purpose of follow-up • ​ Available in other languages • ​ Readability • ​ Flesch-Kincaid Readability Level: 6.9 (Grade Level) • ​ Lexile: 1008

Parent/Guardian Survey Items

School Climate/Human-Centered Supports

When I walk into this school, I feel welcome. This school provides a learning environment that is safe and supportive for all students. There is a sense of community and inclusion at this school. Academic Support/High Quality Learning I am satisfied with my child’s academic growth at this school. This school challenges students to use deeper thinking and problem solving skills. This school prepares students for future success in college and/or career. Engagement/Access & Opportunity

This school provides a range of activities that engage my child in learning. All school staff work hard to build trusting relationships with parents/guardians. My child’s school seeks input from parents/guardians.

Communication

This school provides me with regular feedback on my child’s progress in school. When I contact my child’s school with questions or concerns, responses are helpful and timely. This school keeps me well informed in ways that are easy to understand and up to date (phone calls, emails, Parent Square).

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