Family Involvement

Tuba City Boarding School considers family involvement as a cornerstone of student success. We believe parents and guardians are equal partners in their children’s education and play a vital role in fostering academic achievement. Through two-way communication, collaborative teamwork and community engagement, we build meaningful connections between families and our school.

Programs and Initiatives

Our school offers a variety of programs, activities and initiatives to strengthen partnerships with families and create opportunities for involvement throughout the year.

Parent and Guardian Involvement Policy

Tuba City Boarding School works collaboratively with parents and guardians to ensure that every student receives the best possible education. Research shows that children perform better when parents and guardians are actively engaged in their education. As full partners, parents and guardians contribute by serving as:

• Teachers: Supporting their children’s learning at home. 
• Supporters: Sharing their skills with the school. 
• Advocates: Ensuring their children receive fair treatment and support. 
• Decision-makers: Participating in collaborative problem-solving with the school.

Our Parent and Guardian Involvement Policy emphasizes strong family-school connections, incorporates strategies to enhance involvement, and offers opportunities for parents and guardians to contribute meaningfully to their children’s education.

Parent Advisory Committee

The Parent Advisory Committee includes parents, guardians and school personnel working together to create the School Plan for Parent and Guardian Involvement. The PAC meets monthly on the first Wednesday to plan, review and improve policies, activities and programs that promote family engagement.

The PAC also ensures families have a voice in decision-making with opportunities to offer feedback on the school’s improvement plan and other initiatives. Language interpretation services are available upon request to ensure accessibility for all families.

Parent/Guardian-School Compact

The Parent/Guardian-School Compact outlines the shared responsibilities of parents, guardians, students and school staff in supporting student success.

Parent and Guardian Responsibilities

• Monitor student attendance and homework completion.
• Encourage the positive use of extracurricular time.
• Participate in decisions related to their child’s education as appropriate.

School Responsibilities

• Provide a high-quality curriculum and supportive learning environment that meets the academic standards of the Navajo Nation, the Bureau of Indian Education and the State of Arizona.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians through:
  • Quarterly parent-teacher conferences.
  • Frequent progress updates and report cards.
  • Volunteer opportunities and family engagement events.

Student Responsibilities

• Attend school daily and on time.
• Inform teachers of absences and provide supporting documentation.
• Advocate for themselves and stay informed about their academic progress.

The PAC reviews and updates the compact annually to address the evolving needs of the school community.

Family Engagement Programs and Events

Tuba City Boarding School organizes a variety of programs and events throughout the year to foster strong family-school partnerships, including:

• Parent-Teacher Conferences: Ongoing communication and regular updates on student progress.
• Parent Academies: Workshops on topics such as understanding assessment data, navigating the NASIS Parent Portal and supporting student learning at home.
• Family Engagement Events:
  • Meet-and-Greet events.
  • Christmas tree lighting celebrations.
  • Native American social dances.
  • Spring dance performances.
  • Literacy Nights to encourage reading and learning at home.
• Title Program Presentations: Inform parents and guardians about key educational initiatives.
• Support for Families: The McKinney-Vento Program offers assistance to students and families experiencing homelessness.

These events provide opportunities for parents and guardians to connect with staff, learn about their children’s education, and build a sense of community.

Annual Parent Meeting

Each year, Tuba City Boarding School hosts an annual parent meeting to:

• Inform families about the school’s improvement plan and planned parent engagement activities.
• Present assessment data and discuss academic progress.
• Explain program requirements and parent/guardian rights.

The meeting also highlights opportunities for involvement, such as:

• Monthly PAC meetings.
• Quarterly newsletters and principal updates.
• Parent/guardian workshops on health, safety, social-emotional learning and college readiness.
• Additional training opportunities to help parents and guardians effectively support their children’s education.

We value parent and guardian input and encourage families to share suggestions and ask questions during the meeting.