Family-School Partnership Compact
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School Commitment to Student Success
Truman Middle College is committed to providing a high-quality curriculum and instruction in a supportive learning environment.
- All teachers are highly qualified
- Curriculum is aligned to Common Core State Standards
- Courses are designed using updated curriculum maps to reflect current educational practices
- Instruction is provided to help students meet state academic achievement standards
Parent Communication & Conferences
The school will maintain open communication with families about student progress.
- Parent-teacher conferences will be held twice a year (Fall and Spring)
- This compact will be reviewed during conferences
- Parents can access grades and attendance anytime through the PowerSchool Parent Portal
- Training and assistance for using the Parent Portal are available during school hours (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
- Progress reports will be shared every 5 weeks, along with updates from teachers
Access to Teachers & Staff
Parents are encouraged to stay connected with school staff.
- Meetings can be scheduled by calling the main office: 773-907-4840
- Teachers are generally available:
- Before school: 8:00 – 8:30 AM
- During prep periods
- After school: 3:30 – 4:00 PM
- Or by appointment
Parent Involvement Opportunities
Parents are valued partners and are encouraged to participate in school activities.
- Volunteer opportunities are available after completing required paperwork
- Opportunities may include:
- Classroom support
- School events (chaperones or ushers)
- Office assistance
- Hallway monitoring
- Parents may also participate in school advisory groups and decision-making committees
Parent Responsibilities
As a parent/guardian, I will support my child’s learning by:
- Signing up for the Parent Portal to monitor attendance and grades
- Ensuring homework is completed
- Attending conferences, meetings, and school events
- Staying informed by reading all school communications
- Supporting positive use of my child’s time outside of school
- Participating in decisions related to my child’s education
- Volunteering when possible
- Serving on school committees or advisory groups when able
Student Responsibilities
Students share responsibility for their academic success by:
- Completing homework daily and asking for help when needed
- Attending school every day and arriving on time
- Taking responsibility for their actions
- Providing notes for absences when required
- Reading at least 30 minutes daily outside of school
- Sharing all school communications with parents/guardians
Star Testing Is Underway at TMCHS!
STAR Reading and Math testing is happening now at TMCHS! We’re wishing all of our scholars success as they complete their assessments.
Stay focused, take your time, and do your best. You’ve got this, Scholars!