1. Presented by Newton County School System Office of Federal Programs

2. 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.

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

4. 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.

6. School Designation Status: Title I School-wide Program (HMES) Focus School Status Or No Designation Status (choose one or the other)

7. District Goals To improve student achievement To enhance teacher effectiveness

8. School Goals ELA: To increase writing proficiency by 3% over the next year, our school will: -Write across the curriculum using “Traits Writing” (K-5) -Utilize constructed responses in all subject areas. (K-5) Math: To increase math proficiency in numbers and operations by 3% over the next year, our school will: -Utilize manipulatives with an emphasis on frameworks, exemplars, vocabulary and strategy development. (K-5)

9. Heard-Mixon V.I.P You can become a Very Involved Parent! *Volunteer 10+ hours between now and April 2016 *Check the media center for volunteer opportunities in the building *Let your child’s teacher know you would like to help him/her (agenda) *Be sure to sign in at the front office in the V.I.P notebook *Any festival or event after school is also a GREAT opportunity for you to volunteer!

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

11. The Georgia Milestones Assessment System will consist of both End of Grade (EOG) and End of Course (EOC) measures. Students in grades 3-8 achievement will be measured using EOG tests in language arts, mathematics, science, social studies. High school students’ achievement will be measured using EOC tests in 9th Grade Literature & Composition, American Literature & Composition, Coordinate Algebra, Analytic Geometry, Physical Science, Biology, US History, and Economics.

13. 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.

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

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

16. 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

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

18. School Activities Parent-Teacher and Student Conferences Assessment and Technology Talk-Thursday, September 24, 6:00-7:00 p.m. Read With Someone You Love –Friday, October 30, 1:00-2:00 Math and Social Studies Night– Thursday, February 4, 6:00-7:00 Dr. Seuss’ Reading Activity –Friday, March 4, 9:00-10:00 Title I Parent Feedback/Revision Meeting – Thursday, May 5, 1:00-2:00

19. Opportunities to support our Students 1.V.I.P 2. Morning Groups 3. Mentor Program 4. Birthday Club 5. AR

20. Title I Brochure Parent Involvement Policy ( District and School) School-Parent Compact Parent Involvement Calendar Title I Parent Information Letter/School Designation ( If any) Parent's Right To Know Occupational Survey (located in Student Agenda) Sent home by September 30, 2015

21. 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.

22. 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

23. 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.

24. Mrs. Marquita Wilkins Principal, Heard Mixon Elementary School (770) 784-2980 wilkins.marquita@newton.k12.ga.us Dr. Angelia Cameron, Assistant Principal, Heard Mixon Elementary School (770) 784-2980 cameron.angelia@newton.k12.ga.us Mrs. Maria Hargrove Title One Contact, Heard Mixon Elementary School (770) 784-2980 hargrove.maria@newton.k12.ga.us

25. Dr. Shelia Thomas Director, Office of Federal Programs 770-787-1330 extension 1250 thomas.shelia@newton.k12.ga.us Dr. Cara Richardson Parent Involvement and Compliance Coordinator 770-787-1330 extension 1228 Richardson.cara@newton.k12.ga.us