Robert W. Groves High School
25-26 GHS Action Plan
Family – School Action Plan
2025-2026
Goal 1: Groves High School will increase student performance at the proficient level and above by 3% based on the Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 GMAS data, as measured by the Algebra I (Algebra I: Concepts and Connections) GMAS EOC assessment.
Goal 2: Groves will increase students' academic performance at the proficient level and above by 3% as measured by the Literature and Composition GMAS EOC assessment administered in the Fall of 2024 and the Spring of 2025.
Supporting Objectives Related to Family Engagement: (minimum of three)
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Foster opportunities for families and community members to actively support the academic success of Groves High School students.
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The Groves High School Family & Community Relations Specialist (FCRS) will assist in engaging with families and community members, organizing parent and community engagement events, activities and workshops, and support families through school and community services.
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The Groves High School Administration will provide additional parent workshops based on the results of the Title I Annual Family Forum, surveyed interests, and needs.
Results: Positive feedback from families and increased attendance at parent workshops based on survey results will indicate effective engagement. Ultimately, these efforts should support improved student academic outcomes aligned with the proficiency goals.
In summary, success looks like measurable growth in student proficiency on key assessments alongside strong, meaningful family involvement supporting student achievement.
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Title I Capacity and National PTA Standard |
Activities, Practices, Polices |
Persons Responsible, Including FCRS |
Timeline |
Resources (what do you need and who can supply?) |
Evaluation (How will you determine if the activity achieved its desired results?) |
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PTA National Standard 1: Welcoming All Families
Title I Capacities: 4, 5, & 6 |
Open House |
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July 2025 |
Registration Form |
Success will be measured by families’ engagement with school and participation in meeting members of the GHS Learning Community, and their demonstrated understanding of the curriculum and strategies to support their students. Feedback surveys and attendance records will be used to assess these outcomes. |
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PTA National Standard 1: Welcoming All Families
Title I Capacities: 4, 5, & 6
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Annual Title I Meeting |
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September 2025 |
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The effectiveness of the activity will be determined by assessing families’ understanding of Groves High School’s School-wide Title I program, its benefits for students, and ways to be involved in their child’s education. This will be measured through feedback surveys and participation levels during the session. |
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PTA National Standard 1: Welcoming All Families
Title I Capacities: 1,2, 4, 5, & 6 |
Parent “Needs to Know” Information Session |
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October 2025 |
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Success will be measured by families’ understanding of the available school resources, the new attendance policy, and how to access online platforms that support student success. This will be assessed through participant feedback and engagement during the session. |
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PTA National Standard 1: Welcoming All Families
Title I Capacities: 1,2, 4, 5, & 6
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Fall Family Resource Festival |
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November 2025 |
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Success will be determined by families’ awareness and understanding of the comprehensive resources aligned with the Title I Capacities, assessed through feedback surveys and their engagement with the materials provided and feedback survey. |
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PTA National Standard 1: Welcoming All Families
Title I Capacities: 1,4, 5, & 6
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Curriculum /STEM Night |
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January 2026 |
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Success will be measured by families’ engagement with school and district parent resources, their interaction with members of the GHS Learning Community, and their understanding of the curriculum and S.T.E.M. program. Participation in math and science activities and feedback surveys will be used to assess these outcomes. |
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PTA National Standard 1: Welcoming All Families Title I Capacities: 4, 5, & 6 |
Principal’s Panel |
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March 2026 |
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Success will be determined by families’ active participation in the principals panel discussion, their understanding of upcoming academic programs, and their knowledge of strategies to prepare students for success in the next school year. This will be assessed through attendance, engagement during the event, and feedback surveys. |
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PTA National Standard 1: Welcoming All Families
Title I Capacities: 1,2, 4, 5, & 6
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Family Forum |
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April 2025 |
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Success will be measured by the level of family participation and the quality of insights shared during the forum, as well as the extent to which feedback is collected and used to improve family engagement strategies. |
Goal 3: Robert W. Groves High School will improve the Four-year Cohort Graduation Rate by a minimum of 3% from 77% to at least 80% by the end of the 2025-2026 schoolyear.
Supporting Objectives Related to Family Engagement: (minimum of three)
1. Ensure families receive timely updates about graduation requirements and student progress to help monitor and support academic progress.
2. Organize college and career readiness events and workshops for families and students to provide tools and information that encourage student motivation and preparation for life after graduation.
3. Increase family involvement in monitoring student attendance and academic progress through regular communication, workshops and conferences helping to identify and address challenges early to keep students on track for graduation.
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Title I Capacity and National PTA Standard |
Activities, Practices, Polices |
Persons Responsible, Including FCRS |
Timeline |
Resources (what do you need and who can supply?) |
Evaluation (How will you determine if the activity achieved its desired results?) |
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PTA National Standard 1: Welcoming All Families PTA National Standard 2: Support Student Success Title I Capacities: 1,2, 4, 5, & 6 |
Senior News and Scholarships Newsletter |
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Monthly from August 2025-May2026 |
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Students will receive consistent senior engagement with the monthly newsletter, measured by open rates and scholarship application activity. Success means more seniors regularly accessing resources and applying for scholarships to support their post-graduation plans. |
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PTA National Standard 1: Welcoming All Families PTA National Standard 2: Support Student Success Title I Capacities: 1,2, 4, 5, & 6
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Pathways to Careers Job Fair
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October 2025 |
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Students and families will have the opportunity to explore career options, connect with professionals, and access resources that support career readiness. Their feedback and participation will help us measure the event’s success. |
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PTA National Standard 1: Welcoming All Families PTA National Standard 2: Support Student Success Title I Capacities: 1,2, 4, 5, & 6
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Credit Recovery Options (Saturday school, Twilight, tutorial)
*After School Twilight Work Sessions |
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Throughout the school year and summer |
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Students will have the opportunity to enroll in and complete credit recovery courses to regain lost credits and stay on track for graduation. Evaluation will be based on enrollment and completion rates, academic progress, and positive feedback from students and families. |
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PTA National Standard 1: Welcoming All Families PTA National Standard 2: Support Student Success Title I Capacities: 1,2, 4, 5, & 6
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Attendance Team Meetings
Parent/Teacher Conferences |
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Throughout the school year |
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The goal is to improve student attendance by engaging families through parent-teacher conferences and attendance team meetings to support on-time graduation. Evaluation will focus on improved attendance rates, increased family involvement, and a rise in the graduation rate for participating students. |
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PTA National Standard 1: Welcoming All Families PTA National Standard 2: Support Student Success Title I Capacities: 1,2, 4, 5, & 6
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Career Fair |
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November 2025 |
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Students and families will have the opportunity to explore career options, connect with professionals, and access resources that support career readiness. Their feedback and participation will help us measure the event’s success. |
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PTA National Standard 1: Welcoming All Families PTA National Standard 2: Support Student Success Title I Capacities: 1,2, 4, 5, & 6
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HBCU College Fair (HBCU Week) |
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February 2026 |
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Students and families will have the opportunity to explore college options and access resources that support college readiness. Their feedback and participation will help us measure the event’s success. |