IHM Parent Involvement Cited As Outstanding

Published: December 11, 2003

ATLANTA—Students at Immaculate Heart of Mary School in Atlanta have one more reason to take pride in their school.

The National PTA has certified IHM School as a Parent Involvement School of Excellence.

National PTA’s Parent Involvement Schools of Excellence certification recognizes schools that uphold the highest standards in parent involvement.

As part of the certification process, IHM School formed a team consisting of the principal, teachers, parents and representatives from the community; completed a self-assessment; and applied for one of two distinctions—Certification of Excellence or Recognition of Commitment—based on the results of their self-assessment. According to team members, the certification is a symbol of parents, staff and community members working together for the common goal of helping children succeed.

IHM School received the highest honor, the Parent Involvement School of Excellence Certification.

Some of the notable parent involvement activities at IHM School include running an on-site uniform shop, assisting teachers in the library, art room and computer lab, participating in Parent Council, Finance Council, Strategic Planning Committee, School Advisory Board and Religious Education Board, hosting numerous social activities and fund-raising.

“Every child deserves to attend a school of excellence,” said National PTA president Linda Hodge. “The certification program is an unprecedented opportunity for all schools to achieve excellence and be recognized for their dedication to parent involvement.”