Title I

The focus of Title I schools is to help students achieve proficiency on core standards, closing academic gaps that may exist. These efforts include providing targeted supports to at-risk students, building teachers' capacity through professional development, and strengthening parents' abilities in helping their children succeed.

An Introduction to Title I

• Answers to Commonly Asked Questions
• For other annual Title I parent information, Granite School District's parent engagement policy, a summary of Granite School District's Annual Title I Parent Meeting, and other information, please visit the Granite School District Title I website.

Parent Compact, Policy & Rights to Know

• Parent-School Learning Compact
• School Parent Engagement Policy
• Parents' Right to Know

Other School Information

• School Annual Title I Meeting
• School Title I Goals
• School Report Card
• Sanctioned Status

Parent-School Learning Compact

2023-2024 School-Parent Compact

\"Alone we can do so little. Together we can do much!\"

THE SCHOOL AGREES TO:

1. Provide High-Quality Instruction
   1. Target individual student needs and provide interventions.
   2. Provide extended learning opportunities for students.
   3. Deliver learning activities that engaged students.
2. Communicate Regularly with Families
   1. Hold SEP (Student Education Plan) Conferences twice per year.
   2. Communicate classroom activities at least weekly.
   3. Communicate behavior or academic concerns promptly.
3. Work to Continually Improve Our School
   1. Conduct annual surveys for feedback and improvement.
   2. Use multiple sources of information to determine both strengths and needs.
   3. Establish yearly goals and discuss progress with School Community Council.

FAMILIES AGREE TO SUPPORT OUR STUDENTS\' LEARNING IN THE FOLLOWING WAYS:

1. Ensure Students Attend as Regularly as Possible
   1. Help students arrive at school on time and stay all day.
   2. Ask for help when getting to school is a challenge.
   3. Ensure students are getting proper amounts of rest at home.
2. Encourage Learning at Home
   1. Read with students daily.
   2. Engage in quality conversations with students about their learning and social interactions.
   3. Monitor homework assignments.
   4. Follow social media and check for updates and events from the school.
3. Contribute to a Safe School Environment
   1. Come to the office to check a student out.
   2. Follow established safe drop-off and pick-up procedures.
   3. Communicate safety concerns with teachers and administration.

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Parent Engagement Policy

Parent Engagement Policy

2023-2024

The staff at Academy Park Elementary School has always regarded parent involvement vital to the success of students achieving academic success. All schools have their individual characteristic and needs; Academy Park Elementary is not any different.  Within our community there are many diverse cultures, languages, and students with special needs. We encourage parents and guardians to participate as school volunteers, in PTA and the Community Council.

• It is the intent that our communication with parents, such as materials or flyers, will be written in an understandable and uniform format and, to the extent practicable, provided in a language that is understandable.  If anyone would like clarification, interpretation, or additional support, please contact the office 385-646-4750 for assistance.  Each parent or guardian is highly encouraged to work directly with the teacher of the child to resolve any concerns.
• In order to accommodate our parents, an annual meeting will be scheduled where programs, curriculum, student academic and behavior expectations, parent concerns and input will be discussed.  Near the end of the school year, a school survey will be sent to each home for input of how the parent or guardian perceived what was accomplished during the school year.
• A school-parent compact has been developed by the Academy Park Community Council, PTA and staff. A copy is available by contacting the office staff. The purpose of the compact is to increase each child’s academic achievement.

Information for state, district and school academic standards, assessments, and student achievement expectations:

• Weekly Social Media Posts
• SEP conferences (translators when needed)
• Sending home information from the District Office
• School and teacher websites
• Email, Blackboard, Class Dojo, School Facebook Page

Parent Opportunities to help them work with your children to improve achievement:

• Big 3 Family Nights
• Individualized help, as needed or requested

Programs Available for extended student support may include pre-school, after school tutoring, before school programs or activities, parent information and resource centers, parenting classes or any other program that might be beneficial.

• School weekly note
• Counseling center
• Assistance with translation in Spanish when registering and at conferences
• Translation of notes
• Volunteers
• School marquee

Helpful Ways to Communicate Between School and Home:

• Phone calls, texts, emails and planners
• Small group meetings
• School marquee and teacher websites

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Parents' Right to Know

In compliance with the requirements of the Every Student Succeeds Act, Section 1112(e)(1)(A), this notification informs parents of their right to know the qualifications of their teachers and paraprofessionals.

As a parent of a student at a Title I school in Granite School District, you have the right to know the professional qualifications of the classroom teachers who instruct your child. Federal law requires the school to provide you this information in a timely manner if you request it. Specifically, you have the right to request the following information about each of your child’s classroom teachers:

Whether the student’s teacher—

1. has met State qualification and licensing criteria for the grade levels and subject areas in which the teacher provides instruction;
2. is teaching under emergency or other provisional status through which State qualification or licensing criteria have been waived; and
3. is teaching in the field of discipline of the certification of the teacher.
4. Whether the child is provided services by paraprofessionals and, if so, his or her qualifications.

If you would like to receive any of this information, please contact Heidi Draper, school administrator.

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School Annual Title I Meeting

Parent input is valued. Each year, a parent meeting is held where our school solicits input in the planning and implementation of school parent engagement activities.

• Date: August 15, 2023
• Time: 4:30 pm

Meeting Summary:

• Brief overview of Title 1
• Outline of our school\'s Title 1 programs
• Opportunity for parents to give input on our Parent Engagement and Parent-Learning Compact
• Review of how Title 1 funds are used
• Notice to parents of their right to be involved
• Notice of parent rights

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School Title I Goals

Each year, our school conducts a needs assessment, reviews student performance data, and solicits input from various stakeholders in order to develop a meaningful Title I Plan. This plan is data-driven, evidence-based, and responsive to findings from data reviews, needs assessment findings, and stakeholder input. The school comprehensive Title I plan articulates how evidence-based strategies, action steps and milestones will support the goals listed below.

Goal One

Compared to schoolwide performance on the 2022 RISE, students\' average test performance on the 2024 ELA RISE will increase by 8% to a schoolwide proficiency rate of (28)%.

Goal Two

At least 70% of students will reach typical or above typical growth on the End of Year Acadience Reading assessment.

Goal Three

Compared to schoolwide performance on the 2022 RISE, students\' average test performance on the 2024 Math RISE will increase by 8% to a schoolwide proficiency rate of (21)%.

Goal Four

At least 60% of students will reach typical or above typical growth on the End of Year Acadience Math assessment.

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Sanctioned Status

N/A

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