TWO MISD SCHOOLS NAMED NATIONAL
PTA SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE
L
ouise Cabaniss Academy of
Young Scholars and Elizabeth
Smith Innovative Learning Academy
were recently recognized as 2019-21
National PTA Schools of Excellence.
The award is given to recognize schools
for their commitment to building an
inclusive school community where
families feel welcomed and empowered
to support student success.
Designated schools have also
demonstrated a strong dedication
to family engagement to enrich
the educational experience.
PTAs that receive the recognition
have made a year-long commitment
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in identifying and implementing an
action plan for school improvement
based on the national standards
for family-school partnerships.
Those standards include welcoming
all families into the school community,
communicating effectively, supporting
student success, speaking up for
every child, sharing power and
collaborating with community.
A total of 326 PTAs across the country
were awarded the National PTA School
of Excellence this year. Last year,
Mansfield High School was named a
National PTA School of Excellence.
The distinction lasts for two years.