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.

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

6. School Goals To improve our math scores To enhance our STEPS Lab (Science, Technology, Engineering, Problem Solving)

7. 1.Math Coach Books 2.Online Math Manipulatives (tools, games, etc) 3.Math Manipulative Kits (Base Ten Blocks, Rulers, 3D Shapes, etc) South Salem Elementary School

8. Our school uses the state-mandated curriculum that allows us to follow the Georgia Standards of Excellence (GSE) for English/Language Arts, Reading, and Math. Social Studies and Science curriculums are based on the Common Core Standards.

9. 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.

11. 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.

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

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

14. 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

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

16. School Activities 1.Monthly Title 1 Meetings Make and Take based on grade levels Support parents in helping students with work at home Discuss the Milestones End of Grade Assessment

17. Volunteer Opportunities 1.Helping Mrs. Moss in the media center. 2.Working with students in a variety of subjects. 3.Helping Mrs. Gressel in the STEPS Lab.

18. 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 Frequently Used Terms Occupational Survey (located in Student Agenda)

19. 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.

20. 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

21. 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.

22. Title 1 Contacts: Sara Hodges- Title 1 Contact Hodges.Sara@newton.k12.ga.us Clydia Newell- Assistant Principal/Title 1 Contact Newell.Clydia@newton.k12.ga.us Terran Newman- Principal Newman.Terran@newton.k12.ga.us

23. 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