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Williamsburg Elementary School

Title 1 Program Information

  

Mrs. Lisa Murgas            Mrs. Jennifer Metzler                Mrs. Camala Gilbert

Superintendent                   Elementary Principal                  Title 1 Reading/Math 
 

 

 

What is a School-Wide Title I?

Title I federally funded program. Through Title I, money is distributed to school districts around the country based on income. School-wide programs can use all funds to ensure academic support for students.

 

School-wide programs serve all of the children in a school.  All staff, resources, and classes are part of the overall school-wide program.  The purpose of the School-wide program is to generate high levels of academic achievement in core subject areas for all students.

 

The purpose is achieved through:

-High quality instruction

-Strategies and methods to improve teacher quality and professional development

-Supplemental services to those students in need

 

 

 

Who are Title 1 students?

ALL students at Williamsburg Elementary are considered Title 1 students.

 

 

How are parents involved?

-Parents are notified about the school’s Title 1 program.

-Parents, teachers, and students sign a contract that explains the responsibilities of the teacher, child, and parent to ensure student success.

- Parents are encouraged to attend Open House, parent-teacher conferences, PTO meetings.

-Parents are provided information regarding the Title 1 program and up-to-date school information through the Title 1 Newsletter, the Friday Flyer.

 

 

What can parents do?

-Be an active participant in your child’s education.  Attend Open House, Parent-teacher conferences and PTO meetings.

-Encourage your child to complete homework.  Give him/her a quiet place to do homework and study. Go over assignments and give help as needed.

-Communicate with your child’s teacher.

-Make sure your child gets enough sleep and attends school regularly.