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 (opens the District's Title I website)
Other School Information
Parent-School Learning Compact
James E. Moss Elementary
2025-2026 Parent – School Learning Compact
What is a Parent - School Learning Compact?
A Parent - School Learning Compact is an agreement that outlines how parents, the school staff, and students share the responsibility for student achievement. Moss Elementary is committed to fostering academic excellence, positive social development, and responsible behavior through a collaborative partnership with families. The information below describes the roles and responsibilities of staff, students, and families in supporting student success in academics, social skills, and Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
Academics
The school will...
- Use student data to provide differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all students
- Assess students and regularly monitor their progress toward grade level standards
- Communicate success criteria to students and families
- Give students multiple opportunities to show proficiency on core standards
Moss students will...
- Communicate any questions or concerns about their work with their teacher
- Attend school and be on time at least 90% of the time
- Apply best effort to achieve their academic goals
- Show hard work and resilience when faced with challenges and setbacks
Families can help at home by...
- Make reading fun! Read with your child 20-30 minutes daily.
- Practice and support your child with learning math at their level 10 minutes daily.
- Review assignments and grades through Focus and work sent home.
- Ensure your child attends school and arrives on time at least 90% of the time
Social Skills & Dispositions
The school will...
- Provide social skills lessons focusing on emotion recognition and regulation in all classrooms
- Commit to facilitating morning meetings in each classroom to build community and to create an environment of safety and belonging at school
- Provide opportunities for students to use peace paths and restorative practices to resolve conflict
Moss students will...
- Build relationships with peers and staff to create a safe learning environment and a welcoming community
- Participate in morning meetings to improve communication skills and use restorative practices to solve problems
- Recite the Moss Scholar Pledge regularly
- Learn and practice Graduate of Granite Characteristics
Families can help at home by...
- Talking with your child about their day at school
- Communicate with your child’s teacher
- Actively participate in school activities such as parent teacher conferences and family nights
Positive Behavioral Interventions & Support (PBIS)
The school will...
- Teach clear expectations for behavior in all areas of school and create opportunities for practice
- Reinforce positive student behavior with “spot on” stickers for their “spot on” cards, which are redeemed twice weekly for prizes
- Reinforce positive class behavior with “Moss Money” which is redeemed for class activities and rewards
Moss students will...
- Earn spot on stickers for following our expectations
- Work collaboratively as class teams to earn Moss Money for rewards
- Learn the Graduate of Granite Characteristics and achieve at their fullest potential
Families can help at home by...
- Learn the Graduate of Granite Characteristics and achieve at their fullest potential
- Ask your child about their “spot on” stickers/cards and “Moss Money”
- Praise your child when they are using their Granite Characteristics
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Parent Engagement Policy
James E. Moss 2025-26 Family Engagement Policy
The staff at Moss Elementary School has always regarded parental involvement vital to the success of students achieving academic success. All schools have their individual characteristics and needs; Moss Elementary is no 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 at 385-646-4930. Each parent or guardian is highly encouraged to work directly with the teacher of the child to resolve any concerns.
A school-parent compact has been developed by the Moss Community Council, PTA, and staff. A copy is available on our website or by contacting the office staff. The purpose of the compact is to increase each child\'s academic achievement.
Our policy includes specifically how the following activities will be accomplished:
Some ways in which parents will be kept informed and assisted in understanding expected state, district and school academic standards, assessment used, and student student achievement expectations.
- Thursday Folders/Memo
- SEP Conferences (translators when needed)
- Send home information from the District Office
- Email, Focus Communications, Class Dojo, School Facebook Page
Some ways materials and training will be offered to parents to help them work with their children to improve achievement, such as literacy, numeracy and technology training.
- Family Nights which support academics at home
- Individualized help as requested or needed
Some ways in which appropriate coordination of parent involvement activities can take place with various programs at the school. Some of the programs or activities may include the following: pre-school, after-school programs, parent information and resource centers, parental classes or any other program that might be beneficial.
- School Thursday Memo
- Counseling Center
- Assistance with translation in Spanish when registering and at conferences
- Translation of notes
- Volunteers
Some ways parents and staff will work together, reach out, and communicate with each other to realize more fully the value and contributions that parental involvement adds to the success of the child\'s achievement growth and the success of the school.
- Communication through phone calls, texts, emails, and planners
- Small group meetings as needed
- Facebook, Dojo and Focus Communications
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, 2025
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Our meeting Content:
What is Title I?
Our School Goals and Strategies
Parent and Family Engagement Policy
How can I (a parent) be involved?
We are designated Title I so…
- Title I schools receive extra funding (Title I dollars) from the federal government. These dollars are used to:
- Identify students experiencing academic difficulties and provide assistance to help these students;
- Fund additional staff, programs, materials, and/or supplies; and
- Conduct parent and family engagement meetings, trainings, events, and/or activities.
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
In comparison to the schoolwide average performance over a three-year period on the ELA RISE, which is 22% proficient, schoolwide proficiency on the 2026 RISE will increase by 3%, resulting in a schoolwide proficiency rate of 25%.
Goal Two
In comparison to the schoolwide average performance over a three-year period on the Math RISE, which is 28% proficient, schoolwide proficiency on the 2026 RISE will increase by 3%, resulting in a schoolwide proficiency rate of 31%.
Goal Three
In comparison to the schoolwide average performance over a three-year period on the Science RISE, which is 28% proficient, schoolwide proficiency on the 2026 RISE will increase by 3%, resulting in a schoolwide proficiency rate of 31%.
Goal Four
At least 70% of students in K-5 will achieve typical growth or more on the EOY I-Ready Math Diagnostic assessment.
Goal Five
At least 40% of K-3 students will be at Benchmark or Above on the End of Year Acadience Reading assessment, based on a three year average baseline of 37%.
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Moss Elementary
03/10/26
4399 South 500 East
Salt Lake City, Utah
Dear Parent or Guardian,
We are writing to let you know that Moss Elementary School has been designated as an Targeted Comprehensive Support & Improvement for students with disabilities school. This designation means that this student population scores among the lowest-performing five percent in Utah’s Title I schools in academic performance and growth.
The program improvement designation provides an opportunity for principals, teachers, and parents to focus on areas of school improvement. The Granite School District and the Utah State Board of Education are working with our school to improve teaching and learning, especially in the areas of reading and mathematics by providing technical assistance and professional development opportunities to the teachers and administrators within our school.
Moss Elementary School is working to improve its academic program by undergoing a rigorous school improvement effort led by a school system of support team. We have reduced class sizes, trained interventionist to support all grade levels in reading, structured Multilingual Learner program with highly trained certified teachers, and a master schedule that focuses on targeted small group time and teacher collaboration. However, parent support is essential to the success of the school improvement efforts.
Parents can effectively assist student achievement improvement in the following ways:
- Communicating frequently with your student’s teachers
- Making sure your student attends school regularly
- Helping your student with homework
- Monitoring your student’s screen time
- Reading aloud to your student
- Volunteering in the classroom
- Participating in school decision-making
We want to request your help as the school addresses its academic needs and will invite parents to serve on the committee that will develop a school improvement plan.
Sincerely,
Benjamin B. Horsley, Superintendent
Joan Bramble, PHD., Title I Director
Lindsay Adams, Principal
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