MPS is proud to have Halcyon Elementary and Brewbaker Primary Elementary recognized for their outstanding commitment to family engagement and school-community partnerships. Halcyon Elementary and Brewbaker Primary have been awarded the prestigious National PTA School of Excellence designation. This esteemed recognition highlights the schools' dedication to building strong relationships between families, educators, and the wider community, ultimately benefiting the academic and well-being of all students.
The National PTA School of Excellence program, which acknowledges schools demonstrating exemplary family engagement practices, is a testament to the schools' dedication to fostering a collaborative environment. Through its commitment to data-driven decision-making and a focus on student success, the program empowers schools to make meaningful improvements.
The award reflects a deep commitment from both Halcyon Elementary and Brewbaker Primary to prioritize the well-being of their students. This achievement underscores the leadership and commitment of the schools' administrators, teachers, and staff in cultivating strong partnerships with families. By fostering open communication and collaboration, these schools have empowered parents and guardians to actively participate in their children's education.
"Being recognized as a National PTA School of Excellence allows Halcyon Elementary the opportunity to celebrate the partnerships between the PTA, parents, community, and the school as we work together to create engaging educational opportunities for our students. The opportunity to collaborate and increase the quality of school, home, and community engagements and foster success is our ultimate goal," said Ms. Shannon Schmidt, Principal at Halcyon.
“At Halcyon, we continue to work towards an inclusive and supportive school culture and climate that exemplifies the high quality school we strive to be in our community. The opportunity to continue engaging with our parents and community in a collaborative partnership to ensure school success is a priority for our entire school family. Thank you to the Halcyon Elementary PTA leadership for their support and guidance.”
"This award is a significant achievement for Brewbaker Primary School, and we are truly grateful for the support of our families, community, and the National PTA. We will continue to strive for excellence in all that we do, creating a vibrant and inclusive school community where every student can thrive," said Mrs. Tiffany M. Scissum, principal at Brewbaker Primary.
