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

2. 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

3. 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.

4. 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

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

6. 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

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

8. Questions