Annual Title I Parent Orientation Meeting Have this slide up as parents are coming in. Prior to the meeting: Download the PPT to the laptop you will be using. This can be found on the Title I webpage → Technical Assistance → Principal’s folder. Print the notes pages of the presentation. Fill in the information on the last slide and SAVE. Do a practice run prior to the meeting to ensure that all equipment is working smoothly. Send out flyers inviting all parents to attend the Annual Title I Parent Orientation Meeting. Prepare your sign-in sheet, agenda, and evaluation for the meeting. Call the Title I Office if you have any questions. Welcome to the Annual Title I Parent Orientation Meeting

The Every Student Succeeds Act What It Means for Parents & Families Switch to this slide when you are ready to begin your meeting. Read the title at the bottom of the page. The Every Student Succeeds Act What It Means for Parents & Families

The Every Student Succeeds Act Is Signed Into Law! The Every Student Succeeds Act or ESSA was signed by President Obama on December 10, 2015. It replaces the No Child Left Behind Act, which was in place for almost 15 years. The new federal law provides a powerful opportunity for educators, administrators, district leaders, parents and families, and everyone who works on behalf of our children’s future, to ensure excellence and equity in our public schools – and to reclaim the promise of a truly high-quality, well-rounded education for every student.

The Every Student Succeeds Act ESSA: The Big Picture ESSA replaces the one-size-fits-all approach of No Child Left Behind and creates a new federal-state partnership that provides greater flexibility for states and districts. ESSA also sets the important goal for schools across our country to ensure that all students graduate prepared to thrive in college and careers. Read slide information in dark blue box.

Why are we here? The new Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015 requires that each Title I School hold an Annual Meeting of Title I parents for the purpose of . . . Informing you of your school’s participation in Title I Explaining the requirements of Title I Explaining your rights as parents to be involved Read slide.

What does it mean to be a Title I School? Being a Title I School means receiving federal funding (Title I dollars) to supplement the school’s existing program. Identifying students experiencing academic difficulties and providing timely assistance to help these students meet the state’s challenging content standards. Funding supplemental staff, programs, materials, and supplies Read slide.

What does it mean to be a Title I School? Conducting parent and family engagement meetings, trainings, and activities Recruiting, hiring, and retaining high quality teachers and para-educators Read slide.

What is the 1% set-aside and how are parents involved? Any LEA with a Title I Allocation exceeding $500,000 is required by law to set aside 1% of its Title I allocation for family engagement. Of that 1%, 90% must be allocated to all Title I schools to implement parent activities at the school level. You, as Title I parents, have the right to be involved in how this money is spent. Read slide.

What is the LEA Title I Plan? The LEA Title I Plan addresses how the LEA will use Title I funds throughout the school system to address: Student academic assessments Additional assistance provided to struggling students Coordination and integration of federal funds and programs School programs including migrant, pre-school, and homeless services Parental Involvement Strategies, including the LEA Family Engagement Plan You, as a Title I Parent, have the right to be involved in the development of the LEA Title I Plan. Read slide.

What is a SIP? The SIP is your school’s School Improvement Plan and includes: A Need’s Assessment and Summary of Data Goals & Strategies to Address Academic Needs of Students Professional Development Needs Coordination of Resources – Comprehensive Budget The School’s Family Engagement Plan You, as Title I Parents, have the right to be involved in the development of this plan. Read slide.

What’s included in the school’s Parental Involvement Policy? This policy addresses how the school will implement the parent/family involvement requirements of the Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015. Components include . . . How parents/families can be involved in decision-making and activities How family engagement funds are being used How information and training will be provided to parents/families How the school will build capacity in parents/families and staff for strong family engagement Title I Parents, have the right to be involved in the development of the Parental Involvement Policy. Read slide.

What is the School-Parent Compact? The compact is a commitment from the school, the parent, and the student to share in the responsibility for improved academic achievement You, as Title I Parents, have the right to be involved in the development of the School-Parent Compact. These compacts are developed with input from all stakeholders and are then signed by the teacher, parent, and the child. Read slide.

How do I request the qualifications of my child’s teachers? With ESSA, teachers must follow the licensure and certification requirements set by the state. You, as Title I Parents, have the right to request the qualifications of your child’s teachers and paras. This information can be obtained by speaking with your school administrator. Parents are notified when their child is taught by a non-licensed, non-certified teacher for four consecutive weeks. Read slide.

How is the evaluation of the LEA Parental Involvement Policy Conducted? Evaluation Requirements Conduct annually with Title I Parents (March) Analyze Content & Effectiveness of the current plan Identify Barriers to family engagement Data/Input may include . . . Parent Survey (Required) Focus Groups Evaluation informs next year’s plan Read slide.