What is PIE?
Partners in Education was created during the summer of 2008 in order to promote parent and community involvement at JFK Middle School. It is composed of JFK staff, teachers, parents, students, and community members. All are welcomed to attend meetings, and participate in workshops and social events.
Is there a fee to join PIE?
There is no fee to join PIE. Some events will ask participants to bring things such as a family food dish to share at a potluck style event or a chair to sit on while at an outdoor event.
Can I bring my other children (not attending JFK) to PIE events?
Absolutely. Friends, family, and neighbors are welcome to join any or all events. These people are already a part of the initial make-up of the PIE logo.
How much time will I have to give to join PIE?
We need some parents and community members to led meetings to plan new workshops and events and to assess the needs of the students of JFK. This should not make parents apprehensive of joining PIE however. There is a need for people to help set-up events, plan and purchase materials, recommend PIE to others as "recruiters," among many other responsibilities in order for PIE to be a success. If your time and energy is limited, we ask that you simply come to the events and workshops. This "job" seems to be the most important. The more people we have in attendance, the more successful the program.
Will workshops and events be hosted in Spanish, in addition to English?
Yes. We have interpreters and translators that will be hosting events in both Spanish and English. We will also be offering a class for parents wanting to learn English. In addition to the class, daycare will be provided if needed.
Does the PIE matrix look the same across all grades and how is it divided up?
Depending on the amount of interested PIE members, groups will be divided into smaller groups. In these groups, members will decide on a date to meet, set goals for their meetings, and plan and host events and workshops. Once groups have met, they can begin working on feedback and problem solving techniques to present to JFK in order to maintain an equal partnership in school policies, decisions, and procedures.