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What is STAR?
What is STAR?
STAR is Lynhurst’s school-wide Title I program. We provide supplemental reading intervention to ensure targeted students have access to reading Strategies That Achieve Results, helping to activate and accelerate learning by meeting individual student needs and increasing understanding of grade-level curriculum in all subject areas.
Our goal is that all LHC students grow into lifelong readers, thinkers, and learners. We encourage all Lynhurst students to read often and to enjoy reading by providing engaging reading materials at school, take-home books to build personal libraries, and opportunities for reading challenges throughout the school year.
Lynhurst 7th and 8th Grade Center follows the parent involvement guidelines in accordance with the Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015 and distributes this policy to all parents/guardians via ParentSquare. This document is also available at STAR events and on the LHC Title I website.
Opportunities for Communication & Collaboration
Home/School Resources
Title I Home/School Liaison
Strengthens communication and interactions between home and school to support families becoming more actively involved in the education of their student
Attendance and tardy support
Support for students and guardians with school and community resources to address family and student needs, such as resources for assistance with food, housing, clothing and school supplies
Communication
Skyward & Canvas: View grades, missing assignments, progress reports and communicate with teachers.
ParentSquare: Send and receive messages between teachers and administrators; information about team and school-wide events.
Written and electronic information and resources are provided to guardians in a language they can understand.
Resources may include: newsletters, organizational tips for middle school students, ILearn information, and how parents & guardians can get involved.
Interpreters are available at events and to make phone calls as needed.
Student-Led Conferences
Morning, afternoon, and evening time slots are offered over several days.
Transportation is provided if needed.
** STAR Compact **
** STAR Compact **
Families, schools, and the community must work together to help students achieve high academic standards.
Student Responsibilities
Student Responsibilities
Lynhurst Students Pledge to ...
read every day using the platform of their choice.
be ready to learn and bring necessary materials, such as a charged Chromebook, writing utensils, and completed assignments to class daily.
know and follow school rules and classroom procedures by exhibiting Leadership, Honor, and Courage.
demonstrate appropriate digital citizenship by following Wayne Township’s Acceptable Use Policy.
set high expectations and apply skills and strategies to maximize both academic and personal potential, building respect and a positive attitude towards school, self, and others.
discuss struggles and successes with guardians, teachers, and other mentors in order to become more successful in school.
seek assistance from guardians, teachers, counselors, and peer mentors in regards to social and academic concerns.
participate in Student Led Conferences, extracurricular activities such as athletics, clubs, and other events at Lynhurst.
Caregiver Responsibilities
Caregiver Responsibilities
Lynhurst Guardians Pledge to ...
encourage their student to read every day on any platform.
ensure that their student attends school.
monitor student progress and assignment completion by providing a quiet place for homework and study.
communicate the importance of education by supporting school rules and classroom procedures and encouraging respect and a positive attitude towards school, self, and others.
participate in decision-making about their student’s education and regularly monitor their progress by engaging with Canvas, Skyward Family Access, and ParentSquare as needed.
discuss struggles and celebrate successes with their student and teachers.
encourage their student to participate in extracurricular activities such as athletics, clubs, and events at LHC.
participate in events such as our annual Back- to-School Open House, PTO meetings, Student Led Conferences, and BINGO for Books.
Staff Responsibilities
Staff Responsibilities
Lynhurst Staff Members Pledge to …
provide a safe and supportive learning environment.
implement the adopted core curriculum for the MSD of Wayne Township: Language Arts - HMH Into Literature, Math - HMH Into Math, Science - Twig Science, Biology - McGraw Hill Biology, Social Studies - TCI Social Studies Alive!.
provide instructional support to meet student needs and increase understanding Language Arts content, using data from ILearn, HMH Growth Measure, and unit assessments to maximize instruction.
provide strategies for decoding, comprehending, and enjoying texts.
build students’ personal libraries to encourage reading for pleasure.
foster students’ academic and personal growth through 21st Century skills to help students gather, synthesize, and communicate information effectively.
set high expectations and guide students to meet the Indiana College and Career Ready Standards.
communicate frequently, in multiple formats, including Canvas, Skyward and ParentSquare, and provide opportunities for parents to actively participate in student progress.
participate in weekly professional development opportunities that improve collaborative planning and teaching and support partnerships with families and the community.
Yearly Events
Yearly Events
Back-to-School Open House
Family Game Night
Student-Led Conferences
Basketball & Books
STEAM Night
International Festival
BINGO for Books (FREE books & prizes!)
Annual Title I Planning Meeting (with PTO)
Annual Title I Planning Meeting
Annual Title I Planning Meeting
Parents, guardians, and staff members are encouraged to participate in our annual Title I Planning Meeting to review and revise our Policy, Compact, and program priorities. The School Improvement Plan, Title I requirements, and the rights of parents are presented. This meeting provides an opportunity to make decisions regarding the education of their students and is scheduled to partner with other school events, such as PTO meetings, to accommodate parent/guardian participation. At least two meeting options are offered, in-person and/or virtually.
STAR Contact Information
STAR Contact Information
Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center317-988-8100
LHC Title I Building CoordinatorJessica Thompson317-988-8188
LHC Home/School Liaison: Domonique Johnson-Smith 317-988-8230
District Title 1 Parent Office: Trevor Ewing 317-430-1176 (cell)
District Title 1 Office:Stephen Gardner 317-988-8600
Helpful Links
Helpful Links
Little Free Pantry @ Mars Hill Free Methodist Church
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