ACADEMIC OR CLASSROOM CONCERNS
- The parent first contacts the individual teacher and voices the concern. The teacher will
share his/her concerns. The parent and teacher work together toward a solution. Solutions
will be implemented according to a mutually agreed upon timetable.
- If a teacher and parent are not able to arrive at an acceptable solution, the parent discusses
the concerns with the school principal. Before discussing the concerns with the principal,
the parent and teacher may want to involve the grade level chairperson, particularly if the
concerns are about academic or classroom issues.
- If parents approach the school principal, the principal will listen and discuss their concerns.
Together they will search for an acceptable solution. The principal will take action after the
parents have met with the teacher involved or they have presented their concerns in
writing. Normally, if action is to be taken, the principal will meet with the teacher
individually and then, if appropriate, will meet with the teacher and parents together.
Actions will be taken in a prompt and timely manner. The principal will report back to the
parents on the progress of the action to be taken.
- If, after the parents have spoken with the principal, the matter is not resolved, the parents
should set up an appointment with the pastor.
PROCEDURE, POLICY OR GENERAL CONCERNS
- Parents with concerns about overall administrative procedures, the implementation of school
policies or the overall well-being of the school, meet directly with the principal. Together,
they work toward a solution.
- If a proposed solution affects existing policies or procedures, the school principal may want
to consult with the pastor, the parish financial council, the parent executive board, or the
Archdiocesan Department of Catholic Schools for counsel and advice before considering
any action.
- If, after, the parent has spoken with the principal, the matter is not resolved; the parent
should set up an appointment with the pastor.
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