What is Title 1?
Title I is the federal program that provides funding to local school districts to improve the academic achievement of disadvantaged students. It is part of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act first passed in 1965. The focus of the Title I program is on helping all students meet the same high standards expected of all children. Schools receive Title I funds based on the number of
free/reduced lunch population (40% or more). All Students at Freeman receive free lunch.
How are Title 1 funds used at Rachel Freeman?
Title I money is used to support students most in need of educational assistance. Rachel Freeman follows the School-wide Title I program design, which includes:
- Identifying areas of greatest need for high student achievement
- Strengthening the core academic programs
- Increasing the amount and quality of learning time
- Addressing the needs of all students
- Providing instruction by “highly qualified’ teachers
Instructional Improvement Plan
Community Building
- School-wide Expectations
- Parent Involvement
- Community Partnerships
Content Planning
- Lessons are aligned with Common Core Standards
- Lesson Plans
- Collaborative planning
Instruction
- Exemplary Teaching Practices
- County Initiatives & Expectations
- Digital Learning
Assessment for Learning
- Formative Assessments
- Data Analysis & conferences
Parent Input and Involvement Opportunities
School Improvement Team
Budget, Instruction, School Policies & Procedures
SIT representatives are elected during the beginning of the year. Parent representatives welcomed and encouraged. SIT meetings are the first Wednesday of every month.
Ways to get involved at Rachel Freeman:
- Family Nights
- Parent – Teacher Conferences
- Classroom activities/events
- School Improvement Team Meetings
- School-wide Events
- Volunteers