Central Ridge Elementary

Central Ridge Elementary School

Parent and Family Engagement Policy and
Plan for Shared Student Success
2025-2026 School Year

Sarahy Ramallo, Principal
185 W. Citrus Springs Blvd.
(352)344-3833
https://cre.citrusschools.org/
Plan Revised: August 2025

Parent and Family Engagement Events!

Central Ridge Elementary will host the following events to build
the capacity for strong family engagement to support a partnership among the school, parents, and the community to improve student academic achievement.  

 What is Title I?

Central Ridge Elementary is identified as a Title I school as part of Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). Title I is designed to support State and local school reform efforts tied to the challenging State academic standards to improve teaching and learning for students. Title I programs must be based on effective means of improving student achievement and include strategies to support family engagement. All Title I schools must jointly develop with parents and family members a written parent and family engagement policy.

Open House – August 6, 2025

Meet your child’s teacher and our friendly and helpful school staff for the year.

Parent-Teacher Conferences – October 1, 2025

Scheduled updates on your child’s progress.

Title I “Fall N2 Science Night”- October 2^nd, 2025

Participate in activities that support learning in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics.  Introduction of Florida’s Science Standards.

Title I “Spring N2 Literacy” – March 5^th, 2026

Introduction of Florida’s ELA BEST Standards.

Learn literacy strategies to support a love of reading.

Barriers

The school recognizes that work schedules, language barriers, discomfort in school settings, and lack of interest can make parent involvement challenging. Efforts are being made to create a welcoming environment, offer flexible options, and provide support so all families feel included and empowered to engage in ways that work for them.