Spring Branch ISD is committed to providing every student a quality education in a safe environment. To do so, SBISD schools, parents, and the community in general must work together to secure high student achievement.

Parental involvement is a very important component in a child's success in school and in life. According to research, children whose parents are involved in school functions achieve more academically and exhibit more positive attitudes and behaviors. Parent involvement is important regardless of the socio-economic status, ethnic racial background, or a parent's education level.

It is the goal of the SBISD Parental Involvement Department to involve more parents in their children's education by helping them become self-sufficient. Once parents have the necessary tools, they can better support their children in school. It is also a SBISD goal to help schools develop excellent parental involvement programs, so that the school and parental involvement collaboration can reap high levels of success for children.

English as a Second Language Classes:

Learn the correct pronunciation and gram-matical structure of the English language using video and computer-based programs.

Parenting Classes-courses available:

Our parenting classes, based on Dr. Michel Popkins' work, "Active Parenting Today," deal with the awesome responsibility of being a parent. These are scheduled once a week for six weeks. The classes are available in English and Spanish.

Technology:

Learn basic computer skills, basic word, excel, keyboarding, Internet, and E-mail.

Citizenship Class:

Prepare to become a U.S. citizen by attending the Parent Center.

Parent Orientation:

Learn: parenting skills, about the TAAS test, about the Bilingual and ESL Programs, where to go for the GED, what your child needs to graduate, get information about the supplemental services offered through Title I.

Ropes Course:

Saturday Family Ropes - Sign up for a Family Day at the Ropes Course. Families can experience problem solving skills, communication skills, responsibility, cooperation, courage, self-esteem, and other life skills in a fun and exciting outdoor environment. This is a great family enrichment activity that will be treasured for years to come.

• Join and become an active member of your school's PTA.
• Become a school volunteer in the library, in the cafeteria, in a classroom,
• or wherever there is a need.
• Attend parent-teacher conferences.
• Read to/with or listen to your child read at least
• 20 minutes every evening.
• Get and use your Power Card from the public library.

District Parental Involvement Programs Sponsored by:

Title I, II, IV, VII, and OEY

Dr. Eloise Hambright-Brown, Director, Special Programs Instructional Compliance & Effectiveness

Ray Leal, Parental Involvement Facilitator

Miguel Martinez, Parent Trainer

Carlos Ramos, Bilingual Parent Trainer

Mildred L. Santamaría, Parental Involvement Coordinator

For further information:

Phone: 713-365-5589 Fax: 713-365-5597

E-mail: santamam@springbranchisd.com

Parent Center Website