As a Title I school, we provide students with services and support above and beyond those of a non-Title I school. This is great news for your student!  At Lindsay, Title I funds pay for things like additional reading support (Literacy Support Specialist), FREE family fun and educational events throughout the year, the Family Engagement Specialist position and so much more. 

Title I Family Engagement Program Mission Statement

Title I Family Engagement Program strives to collaborate with our school and community to support school goals, engage and empower families, and increase student academic and social success.

5 Simple Principles for Family Engagement from Dr. Constantino and How it Looks in Your School Program

Standard 1: A Culture That Engages Every Family

The collective beliefs, attitudes, norms, values, actions, and assumptions of the school organization explicitly embrace and are committed to ensuring the notion of families as a foundational core component to improvement and greater student learning and performance. The culture is reflected in artifacts and organizational practices.

How is Lindsay Middle School currently implementing Standard 1?

• Embrace every family 

• Scheduling events during the day and evening 

• Consider every family's needs (food, clothing & academic resources)

Standard 2: Communicate Effectively and Develop Relationships

There is consistent evidence that effective communication and relationship building creates environments in the schools that are welcoming, respectful, and conducive to family engagement. The school places an emphasis on effective communication with every family and stakeholder within the learning community and seeks to build trusting relationships with every family.

How is Lindsay Middle School currently implementing Standard 2?

• Respect 

• Availability 

• Active listening/Communication

• Using multiple modes of communication

Standard 3: Build Family Efficacy

Families are recognized as essential members of the learning team for each student—their participation is welcomed, valued, and encouraged by the school. The school understands that families are important and influential resources because they know their children best.

How is Lindsay Middle School currently implementing Standard 3?

• Parent volunteers

• Mentoring

• Academic-focused events (Language Arts & Math)

Standard 4:  Engage Every Family in Decision Making

The school recognizes the entitlement of families to be consulted and participate in decisions concerning their own children. The school is genuinely inclusive in its approach to decision-making. It recognizes that this type of process creates a sense of shared responsibility among families, students, community members, and educators.

How is Lindsay MiddleSchool currently implementing Standard 4?

• Fall and Spring surveys - feedback from families

• Inviting parents to join the Family Engagement Action Team

Standard 5: Engage the Greater Community

The school places a strong focus on building and creating partnerships external to the school. The school recognizes the strengths and talents that exist in the communities that influence student learning and development and seeks to use these to strengthen and support the school, students, and their families.

How is Lindsay Middle School currently implementing Standard 5? Lindsay has built partnerships with the following:

• Faith-based groups  

• Colleges & Universities

• Businesses in the area

• Community Centers