Family Involvement

At Flandreau Indian School, a strong partnership between parents, guardians, families and staff is essential for success. We are committed to working together to support academic learning and growth for all students.

Flandreau Indian School - Parent-Student Compact

This compact is an agreement between Flandreau Indian School and our students' families. It outlines our shared responsibility for improving academic achievement and supporting students in reaching high standards.

School Responsibilities

At Flandreau Indian School, we commit to supporting student learning through:

• High-Quality Education
  We provide a high-quality curriculum and a positive, supportive environment. Our highly qualified teachers are dedicated to helping students meet state academic standards. We also offer Response to Intervention (RTI) for students needing extra support.
• Regular Student-Teacher Conferences
  We hold conferences twice yearly so students can discuss their progress with teachers.
• Frequent Progress Reports
  We keep parents informed with weekly progress sheets and end-of-quarter progress reports.
• Accessible Communication
  We provide families with school hours, class schedules and teacher availability. At the beginning of the school year, parents will also receive a handbook with contact information for school staff.
• Volunteer and Participation Opportunities
  Parents are welcome to volunteer, participate in their child’s classroom, and observe activities.

Parent Responsibilities

We encourage parents to support their children’s learning by:

• Staying in Touch
  Keep in contact with your child through mail or phone and stay updated on their progress.
• Participating in Educational Decisions
  Join us in making important decisions that affect your child’s education.
• Supporting Positive Extracurricular Time
  Encourage your child to make positive choices in their free time.
• Staying Informed and Responsive
  Read all communications from the school and respond as needed.
• Celebrating Achievements
  Praise your child’s accomplishments, improvements and hard work throughout the school year.
• Providing Guidance
  Offer positive guidance to your child and stay involved in their education.