Mamaroneck Avenue School

Together We Can Succeed!

Juntos Podemos Triunfar!

Presentation of the New Vision

By Criselda Carmenate, Matthew Porricelli and Vianny Rojas

School Demographics

K-5 elementary school

Currently 645 students enrolled

48% (312 students), are Hispanic or Latino, and 40% (257 students) are
white. The remaining 12% is evenly split between African-American,
Asian, and bi-racial students.

Poverty level for MAS is 20-60%, compared to 0-10% for the entire
district.

In these days of difficulty, we Americans everywhere must and shall choose the path of social justice, the path of
faith, the path of hope, and the path of love toward our fellow man. Franklin D. Roosevelt

Achievement Data
50 % of economically disadvantaged students met district benchmarks in
reading.
On state Math and ELA exams, grades 3-5, no more than 30% of Hispanic
and Economically Disadvantaged students met proficiency levels.

Human progress is neither automatic nor inevitable... Every step toward the goal of justice requires sacrifice, suffering,
and struggle; the tireless exertions and passionate concern of dedicated individuals.--Martin Luther King, Jr.

Achievement Data

Parent Survey Data

125 fourth grade parents surveyed, however only 45 responses
were collected.
68% of parents felt that they couldnt help their child with their
homework.
Less than half attended both fall and spring PTC.
Just over a quarter (26%) of parents felt that the classroom teachers
communicated with them more than once a month.
Approximately 10% of parents attended open meetings, and cited
translation and time of events as reasons for low attendance.
At the end of the day, the most overwhelming key to a childs success is the positive involvement of parents Jane D. Hull

Old Vision
It is the mission of the Mamaroneck School District to promote intellectual engagement
and an appreciation of learning as an inherently rewarding activity, to help prepare
students to function as responsible citizens, and to prepare students to live in a
multicultural world. As a district, we strive to promote a culture of learning defined by
excellent teaching, student engagement, and a breadth and depth of vibrant, relevant
programs.

Reasons for Change

With a large growing population of ELL students at Mamaroneck Avenue
School, we want our parents to be involved in their children's learning so
that the students can get the same support at home as they get in school.
To create an academic culture that supports 100% parental involvement,
which in return will lead to our students to be more academically
successful as well as help parents feel more confident and involved in their
children's learning.
The oppressors do not favor promoting the community as a whole, but rather selected leaders. Paulo Friere

The Highlight of the NEW VISION

As a school, we value the importance of a strong home to school connection. It is
imperative to think of unique ways to promote a strong partnership with parents and
the surrounding community at large. Grade levels will not only find ways to get
parents into the classroom to experience learning, but it is the school's objective to
engage the surrounding community, including small businesses and the local
government. Our school prides itself on being a family and community centered
institution in which parents are encouraged to participate in school events during the
day, in the evening and on weekends.

How Will We Help You Get Involved with our School?

Mamaroneck Avenue School will embrace a new culture in the school, where
everyones family values are embraced, and a clear home-school connection is
formed.
All communication will be sent home in two languages; English and Spanish
Before the start of the school year parents will receive welcome packets in both
languages, English and Spanish, including fliers for pep rallies, community
resources, important staff members to reach out to, and electronic resources, like the
school web address, Twitter handle, and Facebook page.
Beginning of the school year pep rally celebration

How Will We Help You Get Involved with our School?

New technology center
Three yearly celebrations for families and the community.
Dual language class parents
Improved and consistent communication methods
Academic opportunities for families and parents
Families as Partners Programs
Systems to monitor attendance and participation

Classroom Celebrations

Parents will be invited in to experience and learn specific

curriculum goals.

Lead to increased help and motivation at home.

Teach Your Parent Day