Title I Annual Meeting September 20, 2011 Margaret Fain Elementary School Ms. Mesha L. Greene, Principal

Mission Statement The mission of the Title I Program is to provide supplementary support to students who are economically disadvantaged or those identified as at risk of failing to meet State standards. Title I Instruction Improvement of Instruction Parental Involvement

Intent of Title I Program The overall intent of the Title I program is to help all children have the opportunity to obtain a high-quality education and reach proficiency on challenging state and academic standards and assessments.

Title I Funds… Provide federal funds to public schools with high numbers of low income students Must be used to support the core curriculum content areas Help to ensure that academic standards are met Support local reform efforts that are geared towards improved student achievement Improve teaching and learning opportunities for students Include strategies that promote and support parental involvement Are based on Federal guidelines

Supplement not Supplant Rule Title I Funds Operate Using The… Supplement not Supplant Rule

Use of Title I Funds Title I Funds can be used to: Support the instructional program of the school Provide additional staff: teachers, para’s, home- school liaisons, attendance aids Purchase additional materials and supplies for the school Pay for instructional field trips/ buses for students Support parental involvement efforts Provide professional development for administrators and teachers

Parental Involvement Input on 1% of Title I budget for parental involvement Volunteers for parental activities School Compact Parental Involvement Policy

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