Parents’ Rights

Families

Parents’ Rights & Family Engagement

The Hawbridge School values families as essential partners in creating an inclusive, respectful, and supportive learning environment where every student can thrive.

Hawbridge’s Parents’ Bill of Rights policies were adopted in accordance with North Carolina Senate Bill 49. Their implementation remains aligned with the school’s Mission and Vision and consistent with existing policies and procedures.

Parents’ Rights Policies

The policies below were approved by the Hawbridge Board of Directors on December 28, 2023.

Policy on Parents’ Rights

Review Hawbridge’s overarching policy regarding the rights of parents and guardians.

Parental Involvement Policy

Learn how families may participate in and support their students’ education.

Parental Information Requests Policy

Review the process for requesting information related to a student’s education.

Review of Instructional Materials Policy

Learn how families may review instructional materials used by the school.

Notifications of Student Physical and Mental Health

Review the school’s policy concerning family notifications related to student health and well-being.

Resolution of Parental Concerns Policy

Learn how concerns may be shared, reviewed, and addressed through the school’s established process.

Policy on Protected Information Surveys

Review protections and family rights related to surveys requesting protected student information.

Family Engagement

Strong partnerships between families and educators support student learning and growth.

The Title I Parent and Family Engagement Policy was approved by the Hawbridge Board of Directors on September 26, 2024.

Parent and Family Engagement Policy — Title I

Review Hawbridge’s commitments and opportunities for meaningful family involvement.

Parents’ Guide to Student Achievement

Review information designed to help families understand academic expectations, student progress, and available support.