2012 - RMSST Senior Parent Survey

Please complete by May 20, 2012



  1. Parent Name (Optional)


  1. Student Name (Optional)


  1. Relationship to Child


  1. Ethnicity of Student
    Caucasian
    African American
    Hispanic
    Asian/Pacific Islander
    Muliple Ethnicities


  1. Gender of Student
    Male
    Female


  1. Driving Distance from School
    0-5 miles
    6-10 miles
    11-15 miles
    16-20 miles
    20 or more miles


  1. How would you summarize your child's performance in:

            1 2 3 4 5      
      Mathematics Excellent  Poor  
      Science Excellent  Poor  
      Research Excellent  Poor  
      English/Language Arts Excellent  Poor  
      Social Studies Excellent  Poor  
      Electives  Excellent  Poor  


  1. If you said your child was not performing well in a specific elective, please fill in the name of the elective in the space below:


  1. Evaluate the overall quality of the curriculum in each of the following content areas:

            1 2 3 4 5      
      Mathematics Excellent  Poor  
      Science Excellent  Poor  
      Research Excellent  Poor  
      English/Language Arts Excellent  Poor  
      Social Studies Excellent  Poor  
      Electives Excellent  Poor  


  1. If you said that the curriculum in an elective was poor, please enter the name(s) of the elective(s) in the box below:


  1. Respond to each of the following statements related to the Magnet curriculum:

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      The Magnet curriculum is challenging for students. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The level of rigor in Magnet courses is appropriate for the level of students enrolled. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      Magnet courses prepare students for future success in college.  Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The amount of homework assigned in Magnet classes is appropriate. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      Homework assignments are meaningful and related to learning goals. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      Homework is an essential part of the learning process. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      I believe that the research courses have better prepared my child for college. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      I feel the Magnet curriculum set my child apart in the college application process. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The internship program taught my child employability skills and how to be successful in a work environment. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      Improving verbal communication skills is integrated throughout the Magnet curriculum. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      Improving written communication skills is integrated throughout the Magnet curriculum. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      Problem-solving skills are taught throughout the Magnet curriculum. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      Critical thinking skills are taught throughout the Magnet curriculum. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet curriculum teaches students how to be responsible. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet curriculum stresses the importance of academic integrity. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet curriculum teaches students time management skills. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet curriculum teaches students effective study skills. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet curriculum provides hands-on experiences for students. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      I believe that my child received a quality education at RMSST. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  


  1. If you answered "disagree" or "strongly disagree" to any of the above statements, please state your reasons in the box below. If you have any other comments in general about the previous statements, please comment here as well.


  1. Evaluate your overall perspective of teacher quality in each of the following content areas:

            1 2 3 4 5      
      Mathematics Excellent  Poor  
      Science Excellent  Poor  
      Research Excellent  Poor  
      English/Language Arts Excellent  Poor  
      Social Studies Excellent  Poor  
      Electives Excellent  Poor  


  1. If you said that the teacher quality in the elective content area was poor, please state the name(s) of the elective(s).


  1. Respond to each statement related to teacher quality below:

            1 2 3 4 5      
      The Magnet teachers are supportive. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet teachers are experts in their content area. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet teachers are approachable. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet teachers are available for extra help when needed. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet teachers prepare students for future success. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet teachers communicate effectively with parents. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      I can easily contact my child's teachers via e-mail, phone call, or conference. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      Magnet teachers respond to parent contacts in a timely manner. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  


  1. If you answered "disagree" or "strongly disagree" to any of the above statements, please state your reasons in the box below. If you have any comments about the previous statements, please state those comments in the box below as well.


  1. Respond to each statement related to the Magnet Director below:

            1 2 3 4 5      
      The Magnet Director is viewed as approachable by students. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Director is viewed as approachable by parents. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Director is supportive of students. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Director has high expectations for the students. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Director is knowledgeable. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Director is available/accessible when needed. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Director is responsive to the needs of students. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Director is an instructional leader. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Director recognizes students for their achievements. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Director communicates effectively. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  


  1. If you answered "disagree" or "strongly disagree" to any of the above statements, please state your reasons in the box below. If you have other comments to make about the Magnet Director, please state those comments in the box below as well.


  1. Respond to each statement related to the Magnet Assistant Director below:

            1 2 3 4 5      
      The Magnet Assistant Director is viewed as approachable by students. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Assistant Director is viewed as approachable by parents. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Assistant Director is supportive of students. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Assistant Director has high expectations for the students. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Assistant Director is knowledgeable. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Assistant Director is available/accessible when needed. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Assistant Director is responsive to the needs of students. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Assistant Director communicates effectively. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Assistant Director recognizes students for their achievements. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  


  1. If you answered "disagree" or "strongly disagree" to any of the above statements, please state your reasons in the box below. If you have other comments to make about the Magnet Assistant Director, state your comments in the box below as well.


  1. Respond to each statement related to the Magnet Counselor below:

            1 2 3 4 5      
      The Magnet Counselor is viewed as approachable by students. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Counselor is viewed as approachable by parents. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Counselor is supportive of students. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Counselor has high expectations for the students. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Counselor is knowledgeable. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Counselor is available/accessible when needed. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Counselor is responsive to the needs of the students. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Counselor communicates effectively. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Counselor aided my student effectively with the college application process. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Counselor aided my student effectively with the college decision making process. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The Magnet Counselor recognizes students for their achievements. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  


  1. If you answered "disagree" or "strongly disagree" to any of the above statements, please state your reasons in the box below. If you have any other comments to make, please state them in the box below as well.


  1. Respond to the statements pertaining to extracurricular activities.

            1 2 3 4 5      
      The academic extracurricular opportunities provided by RMSST set my child apart from others in the college application process. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      I believe extracurricular opportunities allowed students to apply what they learned in the classroom. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  


  1. If you answered "disagree" or "strongly disagree" to any of the above statements, state your reasons in the box below. If you have any other comments about the previous questions, state them in the box below as well.


  1. Please indicate the degree to which you agree or disagree with the following statements about the advisement and counseling programs at RMSST:

            1 2 3 4 5      
      RMSST psychological and emotional support services met my child's needs. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      My child's overall social experience at RMSST has been satisfactory. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      My child was able to balance academic and non-academic activities successfully at RMSST/RCHS. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      Grade-level parent workshops were informative and beneficial. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      My child received appropriate assistance with developing his/her schedule each year. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      My child received appropriate assistance with developing his/her academic resume. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      I am satisfied with my role in helping my student choose his/her courses each year. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      The college counseling provided to students and parents was beneficial. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  


  1. If you answered "disagree" or "strongly disagree" to any of the above statements, please state your reasons in the box below. If you have other comments to make, please state your comments in the box below as well.


  1. Please indicate the degree to which you agree or disagree with the following statements:

            1 2 3 4 5      
      I am satisfied with my child's RMSST experience. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      I would recommend RMSST to prospective parents and students. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      I feel that I was involved in my child's education. Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  
      I feel that I was an active participant in the RMSST school community Strongly agree  Strongly disagree  


  1. If you answered "disagree" or "strongly disagree" to recommending RMSST to prospective parents and students, why do you feel this way?


  1. Select the top three factors of importance when deciding whether to enroll your child at RMSST:
    Specialized curriculum
    Would not be challenged at zoned high school
    RMSST faculty
    Individualized advisement
    Student support
    Parental involvement
    Approach to teaching and learning
    Positive school culture/environment
    Academic extracurricular opportunities (Math Team, French Exchange, etc.)
    Peers with similar interests and goals
    Preparation for college
    Partnership with the Georgia Institute of Technology


  1. If you could pick the top three strengths of RMSST to tell prospective parents and students, what would they be?
    Specialized curriculum
    Challenging/rigorous
    RMSST faculty
    Individualized advisement
    Student support
    Parental involvement
    Approach to teaching and learning
    Positive school culture/environment
    Academic extracurricular opportunities (Math Team, French Exchange, etc.)
    Peers with similar interests and goals
    Preparation for college
    Partnership with the Georgia Institute of Technology


  1. If your child experienced stress in school, what caused the stress?
    Daily homework
    Large projects
    Major Tests (i.e. standardized tests/final exams)
    Class Tests/Quizzes
    Peer Relationships
    College Admissions
    Other life stresses


  1. How often did your child seem stressed about school?
    Rarely
    Sometimes
    Often
    Always


  1. How many hours of sleep does your child get on a weeknight?
    Less than 5 hours
    6-7 hours
    8-9 hours
    10 or more hours


  1. How many hours of sleep does your child get on the weekends (per day)?
    Less than 5 hours
    6-7 hours
    8-9 hours
    10 or more hours


  1. Please provide any additional comments or suggestions:





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