Frequently Asked Questions

What is Title I? 

Title I is a federally funded program that provides supplemental help in math and/or reading to students who qualify.  It is designed to help those students who need a little extra support in order to grasp important grade level specific skills.  By providing students with extra help from a certified teacher, the Title I Program will give each student who qualifies extra instruction and materials to master grade level appropriate skills so that the student is better prepared for his/her academic future.  The Title I teacher is trained and armed with the techniques and materials that have proven to be successful in helping students gain knowledge so they have the skills necessary to be successful.

Who will be providing this extra support to my child?

Your child will receive additional instruction and support from a highly qualified teacher who will use a variety of techniques that have been proven to help children understand and master the skills that lead to future success.

How does my child qualify for Title I?

Several different criteria are used to qualify students such as standardized test scores, prior report card grades, reading and math levels, as well as teacher and parent recommendations. A student must meet several of the criteria in order to qualify.

Will my child always be in the Title I Program?

No. The Title I teacher works closely with the child’s regular classroom teacher and parents to monitor each child’s progress. Each student is dismissed from the program once he/she reaches appropriate growth/mastery levels.

When will my child receive this extra instruction from the Title I Program?

Your child will receive the instruction during regular school hours.

How can I support my child in the Title I Program:

There will be opportunity for parental involvement throughout the school year as well as newsletters to encourage and nurture student academic support from home. Please feel free to contact your child’s Title I teacher should any questions or concerns arise. Studies show that student success increases when parents become readily involved in their child’s education.  Attached you will find a copy of a Student-Parent-Teacher compact. Please sign, date and return the compact to your child’s teacher after you have read and gone over the agreement with your child. There is also a space for your child to sign and date before returning the form to your child’s teacher. As you can see your child’s teacher has already agreed and signed the appropriate section. This document serves as a reminder to the responsibilities each has in supporting the future success of the student.

 Thank you in advance for your support!