Annual Parent Informational Meeting

1. Annual Parent Informational Meeting Presenter Date Location

2. Meeting Purpose This is a Federally required annual meeting to inform parents of… • Our school’s participation in Title I • The requirements for using Title I funds and parents’ right to be involved • The funds allocated to the school for parent involvement and your right to be involved in how funds will be spent • The curriculum and assessments our school uses You should leave the meeting with a clear understanding of being informed about the Title I Program and your rights as Title I Parents!!

3. Title I Program • What is “Title I”? • Federal funding provided under No Child Left Behind. • Types of Programs: • School wide – serves all students. • Targeted – students identified for the program based on performance on assessments. • Most Milwaukee Schools are categorized as “School-wide” • Our school is : ____________________

4. What does it mean to be a Title I School? • Being a Title I school means receiving funding to supplement the school’s existing academic programs. These dollars are used for… • Identifying students experiencing academic difficulties and providing timely assistance to help these student’s meet the State’s challenging content standards. • Purchasing supplemental staff/programs/materials/supplies • Recruiting/Hiring/Retaining Highly Qualified Teachers • Being a Title I school also means parental involvement and parents’ rightsand funds are allocated specifically for: • Conducting parental involvement meetings, trainings, and activities

5. Title I Funds in Our School • Program Funds • Amount of Funds available for this year: $__xxx,xxx_________ • Parent Involvement Funds • Amount of funds available for this year: $__x,xxx__________ • How our school is using Title I Funding: • 1.3 full time teachers • 1 full time teacher assistant • Parent workshops • Family nights • Instructional Supplies / Technology • Professional Development

6. Curriculum • Our school uses these curricula: • Math: • Reading: • …. in order to help the children achieve the State Standards • Wisconsin Common Core Standards www.dpi.wi.gov

7. District Assessments • Assessments are tests used to help teachers determine if a student is understanding the content presented in the classroom. • We use the following assessments for all of our students: • MAPS (K5-3rd) • Smarter Balanced (3rd – 8th) – new state test as of 2014.

8. Proficiency Levels – State Test • If a child does not reach a certain proficiency level when they take an assessment, we consider them for additional help from our Title I program. • Proficiency Levels: • Advanced: exceeds grade level expectations • Proficient: meets grade level expectations • Basic: performs below grade level expectations • Minimal: performs far below grade level expectations • Our goal (and the State’s goal) is for your student to reach at least the “Proficient” level

9. Update on School’s Progress • Student Achievement Results • Title I requires schools to provide proficiency results from your child’s performance on state tests in a timely manner & language parents can understand.

10. Parent Involvement Requirements • Annual Title I Meeting (this meeting) • Title I District Level Parent Policy • Title I School Level Parent Policy/Plan • Title I School/Parent Compacts These are available on the district or school websites: Examples available in your packet

11. Parent’s Rights under NCLB You have a right to: • Know the qualifications for you child’s teacher • Know if a non-highly Qualified Teacher is placed for four or more weeks • Request opportunities to meet regularly with staff for parent involvement • Participate in decisions affecting your child • Review and contribute to Parent Involvement Plan (part of School Improvement Plan) and Parent Compact • Participate in District Advisory Council

12. What is a School Improvement Plan (SIP)? • The SIP includes: • School Needs Assessment & Summary of Data • Goals and Strategies to Address Academic Needs of Students • Professional Development Needs • Coordination of Resources/Comprehensive Budget • The School’s Parental Involvement Plan . You, as Title I parents, have the right to be involved in the development of this plan

13. How can I volunteer to assist my student with school needs? • Join the School Improvement Team • Volunteer to contact other parents regarding important school information. • Volunteer in a classroom • Chaperone field trips or events • Talk to your neighbors and let them know what is going on at your child’s school. • Join our PTA or School Governance Council (SGC) Contact _____ at _#__________ to volunteer.

14. Who are the parent leaders at my school? Role Name Contact info • Parent Coordinator • SGC President • PTA President • Social worker

15. Important Dates! Parent Literacy workshop October 15 3:30-5:30 Library SIP Planning meeting Sept 19 8:00-9:00 am Cafeteria PTA meetings First Friday 6:00-7:00 Rm 210 Family Night November 10 6:00-8:00 pm Cafeteria Xxx Xxx Xxx Xxx Link to school calendar:

16. We need your feedback! • Please complete the parent feedback survey so we can: • Better understand how to work with you to ensure your needs and rights are met. • Address any current concerns you have • Connect you with volunteer opportunities • Connect you with community or school resources for your child or family Complete on line or request paper survey from: www.xxx.xxxxx

17. Questions Thank You for Coming!