Otis J. Brock, III Elementary School Title I Annual Meeting Otis J. Brock, III Elementary School Cafeteria September 11, 2018 10:00 a.m. 5:30 p.m.

Title I Programs Can Help: Children do better in school and feel better about themselves. Teachers understand the needs and concerns of students and parents. Parents understand their child’s needs and can learn how to be more involved in their child’s education.

What is a Title I School? A Title I school means the school receives federal funding (Title I dollars) to supplement the school’s existing programs. These dollars are used for… Identifying students experiencing academic difficulties and providing timely assistance to help these students meet the State’s challenging content standards. Adding additional staff and purchasing supplemental programs, materials, and supplies. Conducting parental involvement meetings, trainings, and activities. Recruiting, Hiring, and Retaining Highly Qualified Teachers. Being a Title I school also means opportunities for family engagement activities and understanding parents’ rights to know how Title funds are used.

Title I Funds Any Local Educational Agency ( School District) with a Title I Allocation exceeding $500,000 is required by law to set aside one percent of it’s Title I allocation for parental involvement. Of that one percent allocation, 10% may be reserved at the school district for system-wide initiatives related to family engagement. The remaining 90% must be allocated to all Title I schools in the district. Therefore, each Title I school receives its portion of the 90% to implement school-level family engagement opportunities. You, as Title I parents, have the right to share your thoughts and be involved in the planning of how this money is spent.

School-wide Title I Program Otis J. Brock, III Elementary operates a schoolwide Title I program. A schoolwide program is a comprehensive reform strategy designed to upgrade the entire educational program in a Title I school. The primary goal is to ensure that all students, particularly those who are low-achieving, demonstrate at levels of proficiency and advanced levels of achievement on State academic standards.

School Improvement Plan Each Title I school must have a School Improvement Plan in place. This is a fluid document that helps to guide achievement outcomes during the school year. These are the key components of the School Improvement Plan: Planning team Needs assessment Data Analysis Strategic goals Research based strategies Evaluation of the plan

School Improvement Plan Components continued: Student academic assessments Information on proficiency levels Additional assistance provided to struggling students Coordination and integration of federal and state funds for programs School programs include migrant, pre-school, school choice, and supplemental educational services as applicable. Family Engagement Strategies; including the school Family Engagement Policy

Curriculum Georgia Standards of Excellence (GSE) Are the state standards that are taught to students in ELA, math, science and social studies as well as the fine arts (visual art, music, dance and theatre). The renaming, additions and deletions of the standards was designed so that teachers would be able to teach students with evidence-based instructional practices and strategies in support of a balanced curriculum for the whole child. Georgia standards for all content areas, along with sample instructional resources, are available on GeorgiaStandards.Org.

ASSESSMENTS Georgia Milestone Assessment System (GMAS) Is a comprehensive state assessment that is aligned to the Georgia Standards of Excellence. The assessment is designed to determine students’ understanding and mastery of the curriculum in ELA, math, science and social studies that is taught each school year. The rigor of GMAS provides a realistic picture of students’ college and career readiness. The End of Grade (EOG) test will be given: Grades 3 & 5 April 8-17, 2019 and Grade 4 April 15-24, 2019

NWEA MEASURE OF ACADEMIC PROGRESS NWEA MAP assessments are computer adaptive achievement tests in Mathematics and Reading that provide detailed, actionable data about where each child is on his or her unique learning path. The Fall assessment gathers baseline. The Winter assessment measures progress. The Spring assessment measures the students’ growth to that point. Teachers use formative assessments, state and local assessments, and MAP data to monitor students’ progress and screen students for interventions and enrichment.

Proficiency is our goal!

Teacher Professional qualifications You, as Title I Parents, have the right to request the qualifications of your child’s teachers. Brock has all professionally qualified teachers in all core content classes.

Family engagement District Family Engagement School Family Engagement Compacts Budget Volunteer opportunities Parent decision making opportunities

Family engagement How can parents become involved at the school? Parents have a right to request opportunities for regular meetings for parents to formulate suggestions and to participate, as appropriate, in decisions about the education of their children. The school will respond to suggestions made by parents if they are beneficial and feasible to the productivity of school goals.

Family Engagement Funds SCCPSS reserves 1% from the total amount of the Title I, Part A funds it receives in FY18 to carry out family engagement requirements. Family/Parent input is sought through a survey and Parent Forum held in the spring on how to spend these funds.

Contacting the Staff Assistant Principal- Jennifer Wright jennifer.wright@sccpss.com Parent Involvement Facilitator- Sharon Heidt sharon.heidt@sccpss.com All Staff Members-first.last@sccpss.com

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