TITLE 1 Academy at West Birdville Elementary 2012
TITLE 1 Academy at West Birdville Elementary 2012 -2013
CONGRATULATIONS! ØAs a Title I School, our students now have many additional educational opportunities! ØThese opportunities will academically advance all students by providing additional staff, technology applications, high-quality professional development and numerous supplemental educational resources
What is the legal framework for Title 1? ØElementary and Secondary Act of 1965 ØNo Child Left Behind Legislation of 2002
What is the purpose of Title 1? To ensure that ALL children, regardless of economic status : Øa fair, equal, and significant opportunity to obtain a high quality education, and ØReach proficiency on challenging state standards and assessments
<> 2012 -2013 BISD Title 1 Campuses �Birdville Elementary �W. T. Francisco Elementary �Mullendore Elementary �Hardeman Elementary �Holiday Heights Elementary �John D. Spicer Elementary �Academy at West Birdville Elementary �Major Cheney Elementary �David E. Smith Elementary �Jack C. Binion Elementary �Richland Elementary �Watauga Elementary �O. H. Stowe Elementary �Foster Village Elementary �Academy at C. f. Thomas
How Academy at West Birdville Elementary was Awarded a Title 1 Allocation ØTitle 1 allocations are awarded based on the number of students who qualify for free /reduced lunch ØA campus is eligible to receive funds when the number of students for free/reduced lunch reaches 40% Ø 92. 3% of students at Academy at West Birdville Elementary qualify for free/reduced lunch
2012 -2013 Campus Allocation Ø# Residing – Spring 2012 Ø#Eligible for free/reduced lunch ØFree/Reduced Lunch Percentage ØPer Pupil Allocation ØCampus Allocation 573 529 92. 3% $385 $203, 903
Defining Title 1 Schoolwide Vs. Targeted Assistance ØSchoolwide programs use funds and resources to upgrade the entire educational program of the school in order to raise the academic achievement for all students. ALL BISD TITLE I CAMPUSES HAVE SCHOOLWIDE PROGRAMS. ØTargeted Assistance programs use funds for supplementary educational services only for a small group of identified children who met criteria determined by the school
Title 1 School Requirements ØMeet the purpose of Title I ØSchool must incorporate instructional strategies based on scientifically based research ØImplement parental involvement activities ØSupplement, not supplant other efforts ØDetail in campus improvement plan how Title I funds will be used.
Title 1 School Requirements cont. ØProviding parents notice of “right to know” ØHiring highly qualified staff, including educational assistants ØIncreased documentation requirements
How is this $$$ being used? Example Targets: ØMath Support ØELA Support ØProfessional Learning ØTutoring ØParental Involvement ØProvide instruction by highly qualified teachers and educational assistants
What is our process? ØCollaboration involving parents and staff ØBegin with a comprehensive needs assessment that includes a thorough analysis of student achievement data ØTarget the student group(s) most in need of academic assistance ØExplore the possibilities within budget and compliance guidelines that are aligned with best practice
How do we involve parents? ØConduct annual Title 1 meeting ØOffer flexible number of meetings ØInclude in planning and review of Title I program ØProvide information in home language ØProvide information about qualifications of teachers and EA’s ØDevelop a school parent compact ØDevelop a campus parent involvement policy
How can we help? ØGet Involved! ØSpread the good news! ØStay focused on the targets for improvements. ØParticipate in planning and Title I evaluation efforts ØEncourage families to complete free and reduced lunch forms
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