Presented by Newton County School System Office of Federal Programs

Title I is a part of the Federal Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), formally known as No Child Left Behind (2001). The Act provides financial assistance to state and local education agencies to meet the educational needs of children who may be at risk of failing the state’s performance standards.

School-wide: All students are eligible to be served Targeted Assisted: Specific students only

A School-Wide program uses Title I funds to develop and maintain quality educational services in the core academic areas in order to raise academic achievement for all students at the school.

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School Designation Status: Title I School-wide Program No Designation Status

District Goals To improve student achievement To enhance teacher effectiveness

HMES Goals To educate all students to achieve their potential To provide a rigorous and relevant education in order to prepare our students to think critically To help our students acquire a lifetime of reading and writing independence

Our school uses the state-mandated curriculum that allows us to follow the Common Core Georgia Performance Standards (CCGPS) for English/Language Arts, Reading, and Math and the Georgia Performance Standards ( GPS) for Social Studies and Science.

The Georgia Milestones Assessment System will consist of an End of Grade (EOG) assessment. Student achievement in grades 3-8 will be measured using EOG tests in language arts, mathematics, science, social studies.

Parent Involvement is the participation of parents in regular, two-way, and meaningful communication involving student academic learning and school activities. Parent Involvement is a requirement of the Title I program. We welcome and encourage all parents to be actively involved in our school.

Purpose To improve student achievement in reading, ELA, math, science & social studies by providing parents the resources needed to support their child’s education

For Students Higher Achievement in Reading and Math Better Attendance Positive Attitudes & Behavior Higher Grades & Test Scores Higher Graduation Rates

For Parents Higher Esteem for Teachers Clearer Picture of Programs Increased Confidence to Help at Home Increased Support For Their Children Increased Confidence in the School

For District Higher Student Achievement Higher Staff Morale Supportive Network of Parents Fewer Parent Complaints Increased Student Attendance

Volunteer Opportunities and Programs to support our students include: 1.V.I.P (Very Involved Parents) 2.Mentor Program 3.ASAP (After School Activities Program) 4.EIP (Early Intervention Program) 5.Morning Groups

School Activities Read With Someone You Love – October 30, :00 PM Math/Science Project Night– February 5, :00 PM Dr. Seuss’ Reading Activity – March 6, :00 AM Title I Parent Feedback/Revision Meeting – May 7, :00PM

Title I Brochure Parent Involvement Policy Home-School Packet Parent Involvement Calendar Title I Parent Information Parent's Right To Know Frequently Used Terms Occupational Survey ( located in Student Agenda) This will come home before September 30 th, 2014.

District’s Parental Involvement Policy The District’s Parent Involvement Policy-Establishes the district’s expectations for parental involvement and guides the strategies and resources that strengthen district and parent partnerships. School’s Parental Involvement Policy The School’s Parent Involvement Policy-Establishes the school’s expectations for parental involvement and guides the strategies and resources that strengthen school and parent partnerships. School-Parent Compact- An agreement that parents, students, and teachers develop together. It explains how parents and teachers will work together to make sure all students receive the individual support they need to reach and exceed grade level academic standards. Parents Right To Know Parents' Right to Know Under ESEA-a parent has the right to know the following information: ◦The qualifications of the school staff providing instruction to their child. ◦Their child's level of achievement in each state academic assessment. ◦Whether their child has been assigned to or has been taught for four or more consecutive weeks by a teacher of a core academic subject who is not highly qualified.

Instructional and academic resources for Parent Resource Center/Section Instructional Resources for student support Parent Involvement Workshops and activities Light Refreshments for Parent Workshops and activities 1% Funding of federal funds are allocated for parent involvement

We value our students and parents. It is our desire to provide prompt attention to any concerns and questions you may have. Your input and feedback is appreciated at all times. Feel free to contact us at any time.

Mrs. Marquita Wilkins Principal, Heard Mixon Elementary School (770) Dr. Angelia Cameron, Assistant Principal, Heard Mixon Elementary School (770) Mrs. Maria Hargrove Title One Contact, Heard Mixon Elementary School (770)

Dr. Shelia Thomas Director, Office of Federal Programs extension 1250 Dr. Cara Richardson Parent Involvement Coordinator extension 1228