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Family Voice and Action

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Principal Switzer, Mrs. Haire, Mr. Blackburn & Mr. Williams
A group of adults lined up for a photo at the parent staff PTO softball game

Which Voice Represents You?

At Mashpee Public Schools, we believe that no one knows your child or your neighborhood better than you do. While our teachers and staff are experts in school numbers and lessons, you are the expert on your family’s needs and dreams. We want you to have a "seat at the table" where big decisions are made. Whether you share your thoughts in a quick survey or join one of our groups, your voice helps us make our schools a better place for every student. You don't need a special degree to help out—you just need to care about our kids and our community

We have several ways for families to lead and advise. You don’t need to be an expert in school policy to join; you just need to be an expert on your child. Click a group below to see how you can help shape our school.

No one knows our students or this community better than you. We invite your expertise to help shape the decisions that affect our families. Whether you have 30 minutes a month or want to lead a committee, your seat is ready. Know a neighbor who has great ideas but is too shy to join? Tell us who they are so we can personally invite them to the table."

 

What You Think vs. What We Need

What people think Reality
"I don't know the 'school lingo' or acronyms." We need your "common sense" voice, not jargon. We will explain the rest!
"I've never been on a board before." If you’ve ever solved a problem with a neighbor, you’re qualified.
What you might think... Most committees meet once a month. Your perspective is worth that hour.
"I'm not an 'expert'." You are the expert on your child and your community. We can't do this without that.
   

 

Pick your Group

Other Ways to Help

Sometimes we need help with special projects that only happen once in a while. These are great ways to share your voice if you are busy but still want to make a difference!

Share Your Thoughts (Annual Survey)

Every year, we send out a survey to ask how we are doing. This is the fastest way to tell us what is working for your family and what we can do better. Please keep an eye out for this in your email!

Special Projects & Focus Groups

When the school has a big goal—like picking a new leader or making a long-term plan—we put together small groups of parents to help.

  • Why it’s great: These groups usually only meet a few times.

  • What we need: We need your "real-world" advice to make sure our plans work for every family in town.

Want us to reach out?

If you can’t join a committee right now, but you would like to be called for a one-time project or a focus group, let us know!

 Put Me on the "Interested" List