Heights High welcomes new parents

We all remember how it felt to start high school. The anxiety about making friends and adjusting to a new environment, classes and teachers resonates for each of us. Parents also have some anxiety and lots of questions, which is why the Cleveland Heights High School Parent Connection Council (PCC) is hosting its New Parent Welcome at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 14 at Heights High.

The evening will provide information and give parents (and students) an opportunity to interact with seasoned Heights High families. Administrators and staff will also be on hand. They are looking forward to helping families transition and making the students’ first year a very positive experience.

After a brief introduction and welcome session in the social room, parents will rotate through three sessions that include a tutorial on Heights High’s online tool that parents can use to check their child’s progress, a question-and-answer period and an information session with school principals. At the end of the evening, parents can return to the social hall to speak with representatives from the various extracurricular programs, and spend time getting to know one another.

Feedback from attendees at last year's New Parent Welcome indicates the program is helpful and that parents appreciate having their needs addressed. For the PCC, it’s an opportunity to engage with new families and interest them in becoming an active part of the Heights High community. PCC president Kym Wallace said, “Having the support of other parents helps to make a big difference in a successful school experience. PCC is all about engaging parents and helping them connect with the school, the students and the community. We are excited about this year’s welcoming event and hope to have a great turnout.”

For more information about the Heights High New Parent Welcome contact Kym Wallace at 216-526-3738 or Kristina Austin, PCC vice president, at 216-244-5532.