Providing a wealth of opportunities for parent involvement is a priority for our staff. The results of our most recent parent survey show that 82% of those that responded feel they have opportunities to be involved, and 86% said they are encouraged to participate in school activities. Our School/Parent/Student Compact and Parent Involvement policy are published in our school plan and in our Parent/Student handbooks.

The school at large provides numerous family events that include the Fall Family Festival, Grandparent's Day Celebration, Dessert with Santa, Family Game Night, and Family Movie Night. These events are designed to enhance community building.  Additional events are designed to support academic achievement, and include Family Literacy Night, the Science Fair, ESL classes, student portfolio celebrations, and other parent workshops.

We have an active PTA that has helped raise funds for a salad bar, a copier, technology advancements, field trips, and classroom supplies for teachers, as well as sponsoring many of our family events.

Our School Site Council, which is made up of parents and staff, approves our school's annual improvement plan and general budget. In addition, we have an English Learner Advisory Committee to assist families of students not yet proficient in English.

Please feel welcome at Orchard School, and become more involved with your child's educational process!