ALCOVA ELEMENTARY

TITLE I ANNUAL PARENT MEETING

SEPTEMBER 12, 20138:00 A.M. – 9:00 A.M.

AND6:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.

Overview of Title I

The Title I Program…

is the largest federal assistance program for schools.

provides support to students who are most at risk of

not meeting the state’s academic standards.

bases funds on the number of students receiving free

or reduced price lunch.

supports parents by offering workshops and training

opportunities to increase their involvement in their

children’s education.

Overview of Title I

Two types of programs:

Targeted Assistance

Schoolwide

Alcova Elementary is a

Schoolwide Title I Program.

Overview of Title I

Targeted Assistance Program

• Students with the greatest academic need are identified

and targeted for additional academic support.

• Students receive additional support through

pullout/push-in models, extended learning time or in-

class programs.

• Materials, equipment, professional development,

extended learning time, and teachers that are funded

through Title I benefit only the identified (targeted)

students and parents. ��

Overview of Title I

Schoolwide Program

• While an emphasis is placed on students at risk of not meeting academic standards, all students at the school benefit from Title I funds.

• Materials, equipment, professional development, extended learning time, and teachers that are funded through Title I benefit all students and parents.

Requirements of a Title I School

Title I Annual Parent Meeting High Quality Curriculum Academic Assistance to the Most At-Risk Students Parent Involvement and Input Annual Evaluation of Title I Program(s) Timely Communication to Parents

What are our schoolwide goals?

The measurable goals/benchmarks we have established to address the needs for the 2013-2014 school year and in support of the Local School Plan of Improvement (LSPI), are as follows:

Raise student achievement K - 5 in the areas of number sense, computation, and problem solving for students served through the EL, SLD, and Free & Reduced lunch program as well as students who are not necessarily served through these programs, but performing below grade level and at-risk of not meeting state standards as measured by the CRCT.

Raise student achievement K - 5 in the areas of reading fluency and reading comprehension for students served through the EL, SLD, and Free & Reduced lunch program as well as students who are not necessarily served through these programs, but performing below grade level and at-risk of not meeting state standards as measured by the CRCT.

2013-2014 Schoolwide Program

WHAT PROGRAMS/SUPPORTS ARE IN PLACE TO HELP MY CHILD? Various state and LEA programs are in place at Alcova for the 2013-2014 school year. These programs work in conjunction with Title I to ensure that students from historically under represented subgroups have a variety of opportunities to succeed at high levels while at Alcova.

Title I Title III – English Learners (EL)

Special Education

Gifted Program Early Intervention Program (EIP)

Homeless Education

Migrant Education School Nutrition Program

Transition Program for 4th to 5th Graders

Gwinnett County Public Schools Academic Knowledge and Skills (AKS)

IE2 Flexibility Contract

BUDGET 420:2013-2014

Description Expense

Salaries:Part-time PISC

One teacher for each grade level of 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th

$ 324,242.00

Parent Involvement $3,000.00

Alcova’s Allottment = $301,288.00

WISH LIST Provide Extended Learning Time (ELT) opportunities (staff, supplies, and materials) for at

least the lowest 10% of our student achievers in Kindergarten through 5th grade via a fall, winter, and summer ELT program that focuses on reading, writing, and numeracy skills.

Increase the availability of laptops and educational software available to learners. Provide professional learning opportunities for teachers to increase their expertise and

strategies available to ensure that learners can achieve at high levels. Support a summer Data Team for Summer, 2014 to conduct the Title I schoolwide

review. Continue to support Alcova’s Data Room to maintain our focus on making data informed

instructional decisions that improve student learning. Increase the number of high quality fiction and nonfiction books in Alcova’s Book Room

so that teachers have ample resources available for literacy instruction across all content areas.

Provide nonfiction periodical to be used in all grade levels in class and at home to strengthen nonfiction reading skills.

Continue to build resources in the Parent Center and information through Parent Workshops to help our parents assist with student academic success.

Build student opportunities in the area of STEMS by providing curriculum, learning opportunities, and materials that strengthen knowledge and skills in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.

TITLE I FUNDING

District Parent Involvement Allocation

• The district is required to set aside 1% of the total Title I district allocation to go toward parent involvement.

• For the school year 2014, the 1% will be equally distributed among all Title I Schoolwide Programs to partially fund a Parent Instructional Support Coordinator.

• For the Targeted Assistance Program, the 1% will be used to purchase materials and resources for the development of a Parent Resource Center.

Parent Involvement

District Parent Involvement Policy

• The Gwinnett County Public Schools Parent Involvement Policy

describes the means by which the district commits to

establishing partnerships with parents and community

members and encourages their participation in the design,

implementation, and evaluation of its Title I Program.

• The policy is printed in the Title I Handbook issued to all

parents of students attending Title I Schools. It is also

available on the Gwinnett County Public Schools website:

gwinnett.k12.ga.us

WHAT IS THE ALCOVA ELEMENTARYPARENT INVOLVEMENT POLICY?

The Title I Parent Involvement Policy describes our school’s plan for involving parents and other stakeholders in the education of our students. Our Policy:

• outlines how we will ensure that parents have input and are well informed about our Title I Schoolwide Plan.

• explains the how Parent Workshops are developed and scheduled.

• commits to having a Parent/Student/School Compact in place that values all stakeholders in the decision making process.

• declares a commitment to establishing a strong home to school partnership to positively impact the education of Alcova’s learners.

Copies of the Policy are available at this meeting for you to review and comment on, will be sent home in final draft to every Alcova family in the coming days, are available on line, and are always available for review in the Alcova Parent Center.

Parent InvolvementWhat is a School-Parent Compact?

The School-Parent Compact is an agreement developed with

parent input that outlines how the parents, the entire school

staff, and the students will share the responsibility for improved

student academic achievement at Alcova Elementary. This

compact also describes how the school and parents will build

and develop a partnership to help children achieve at the State’s

high standards.

Copies of the Compact are available at this meeting for you to review and comment on, will be sent home in final draft to every Alcova family in the coming days, are available on line, and are always available for review in the Alcova Parent Center.

Parent Engagement Opportunity Description

August 1, 2013 Title I Planning Meeting

9/12/13 and 4/4/14– PAC Meetings

Parents meet with the district Title I office to become informed about and provide input on district Title I funding and support of the local schools.

9/12/13 – Annual Parent Meeting All parents are invited to attend and participate in the annual meeting to hear important Title I information and plans for the 2013-2014 school year.

November 21 & February 6Cardinal Showcase Nights

Families can come and participate in fun and academic activities that can be taken home to extend the learning that occurs during the regular school day

Parent Workshops (See Parent Calendar of Events for exact dates and title)

Workshops are offered throughout the year in response to needs indicated on the Spring, 2013 Parent Survey

Local School Council – Meetings held throughout the year.

An advisory group made up of community members, parents, staff, and school leaders

PTA – Meeting held throughout the year

Planning, organizing, and participating in a variety of activities

Parent Involvement Opportunities

HOW ARE PARENT INVOLVEMENT FUNDS SPENT?

• Part-time salary for the Parent Instructional Support Coordinator (PISC)

• Title I Parent Meetings & Workshops – materials, presenters, interpreters, and childcare when appropriate

• Copying of the required Parent Involvement Documents and invitations to Title I parent events

• Parent Center resources that can be checked out by Alcova parents to support learning at home

YOU ARE NEEDED!

We are always looking for PARENT VOLUNTEERS! Some current volunteer opportunities available:

• PTA has many volunteer opportunities of different time and commitment levels

• Parents to help prepare classroom materials

• Parent to welcome guests and visitors at the front desk in the lobby

• Parents to read with and to kindergarten students

• Room Parents

• Fall Planting Day

HOW CAN A PARENT’S VOICE BE HEARD?

There are multiple opportunities for parents to be a part of decision making processes at Alcova. For example:

• PTA

• Local School Council

• Title I Planning Meeting

• PAC Meetings

• Parent Involvement Conference Attendance

• Principal Coffees

TITLE I STAFF AT ALCOVA:• Todd Langley, Principal: 678-376-8500 or

todd_langley@gwinnett.k12.ga.us

• Cyndi Smith, Assistant Principal and Title I Administrator: 678-376-8500 or cyndi_smith@gwinnett.k12.ga.us

• Libby Ballew, Parent Instructional Support Coordinator (PISC): 678-226-7996 or libby_ballew@gwinnett.k12.ga.us

It is our commitment to answer phone messages, emails, or requests for face-to-face meetings within 24 hours during the work week.

Designation Status Under Georgia Waiver to NCLB

There are five designations: PriorityFocusAlertRewardNo designation/school in good standing

What does this status mean?

Alcova Elementary is a school in good standing. On August 16, 2013 our parents were informed of our status via a letter sent home with every student in English and Spanish. This letter is also posted on the school’s website.

Student performance data from the 2010-2011 school year was used to determine the status of our school.

Highly Qualified Status of Teachers and Paraprofessionals

Right-to-Know

Parents have the right to request information about

the degree and certification of their child’s teacher(s)

and paraprofessional(s), if applicable.

Notification of teachers/paraprofessionals who are not highly qualified

In addition, parents will be notified by the school

when their child has been taught for four consecutive

weeks by a teacher who is not highly qualified.

Curriculum

AKS

Common Core

Local school initiatives to support effective implementation of the curriculum

AssessmentsAssessment

Measurement of Progress

When is it administered?

Proficiency Level Expectation

CogAT for 1st, 3rd, and 5th Graders

Cognitive Abilities September There is no required proficiency level.

ITBS Iowa Test of Basic Skills provides a comparison of our 3rd and 5th Graders to other 3rd & 5th graders in the nation

October There is no required proficiency level.

GCAAS Gwinnett assessments

At the end of each of the 4 grading periods

Proficiency is met when the student scores 70% - 100%

5th Grade Writing Assessment

Assesses student writing in 4 domains

March Proficiency is met when a student scores 300-500

AssessmentMeasurement of

ProgressWhen is it

administered?Proficiency Level

Expectation

GKIDS Measures the progress of kindergarten students

Throughout the school year

ACCESS Acquisition of English for non-English speakers

Several weeks in the winter

While there is no expected level, the need for ESOL student services is determined

GAA Measures the academic progress of students who do not take traditional achievement tests

Throughout the school year

Proficiency varies depending on the identified student’s Individualized Educational Plan (IEP)

CRCT Measures mastery of the GCPS AKS

April Students in grades 3 – 5 must “meet” or “exceed” on required tests

PROMOTION REQUIREMENTSGrade Level Promotion Requirement

Kindergarten Based on mastery of the grade level AKS

First Grade Based on mastery of the grade level AKS

Second Grade Based on mastery of the grade level AKS

Third Grade Must “meet” or “exceed” on the Reading portion of the CRCT

Fourth Grade Must “meet” or “exceed” on 4 CRCT subtests (Reading, Math, Science, and Social Studies)

Fifth Grade Must “meet” or “exceed” standards on the 5th Grade Writing Assessment and on the Reading and Math subtests of the CRCT

ESEA Public School Choice

This option is not available in Gwinnett County Public Schools.

However, GCPS has a permissive transfer process in place.

QUESTIONS

CLOSING

EVALUATIONS