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District communications survey: parents want more curriculum details and timely translations
Summary
The district summarized results from 372 parent survey responses: most parents rate the district positively but said they want more classroom-level curriculum updates and timely translation/interpretation at events; bullying was a recurring concern in open comments.
District communications staff presented results of a parent communication survey to the Ralston Public Schools board, summarizing responses from 372 parents and guardians about how families receive and prefer school and district information.
At the meeting, a communications staff member (Jim) said the top five sources parents used for information were school e-newsletters, teacher emails, phone calls, children and daily announcements. He reported the most-requested additional information was curriculum updates and practical ways parents can support learning at home.
Nut Graf: While overall ratings of the district and its communications were positive (most responses fell in A/B ranges), parents repeatedly asked for clearer, more timely classroom-level updates about what students are learning, and many encouraged more translation and interpretation for events.
Survey findings shared by staff included: - 372 total responses; most respondents live inside the district. - Top information channels: school e-newsletters, teacher emails, phone calls and the weekly district message. - Parent requests for more information focused on curriculum content, ways to support learning at home, celebrations/recognition, and timelier event notices. - Spanish-language respondents generally reported sufficient translation and interpretation services and indicated they would attend events if translation were provided.
The survey surfaced bullying-related concerns in open comments; board members asked staff to consider clearer reporting and family guidance about how to report incidents and the district’s prevention work. One board member recommended public follow-up showing how survey results will be used.
Ending: Communications staff said they will post a summary, share findings with building principals, and use results to build templates and strategies for more consistent classroom-to-home updates. The board asked staff to report back on planned steps and progress.
