Title 1 Statement of Purpose The Title I program is a federally funded tutorial service offered to students who would benefit from additional assistance in reading and writing.  What are the goals of the Title I program? The goal of the program is to accelerate learning. The Title I program can be short term or long term depending upon the child’s needs. A student can enter or exit the program at any time during the school year. Who teaches Title I? Students participating in the Title I program are taught by reading specialists. Title I teachers are certified teachers with additional training in the curriculum area of reading. When do students receive instruction? Title I students receive instruction in addition to their regular core classroom reading and writing instruction. The Title I program is intended to supplement, not take the place of, the child’s regular educational program. What type of instruction do students receive? The Title I program provides instruction based upon the student’s individual needs. Our program offers individual and small group instruction. How can parents help? Parents can help by assisting the child with the nightly reading or writing homework, reading to and with the child, communicating regularly with the Title I and classroom teachers, and by attending parent-teacher conferences. How are students chosen to participate in Title I? Students are selected to participate in the Title I program through recommendation by the classroom teacher, AIMSweb scores, classroom grades, STAR assessment and/or Title I assessment results. Frequently Asked Questions:   Is Title I a Special Education Program? No, Title I is not affiliated with Special Education. Title I is a tutoring program.  Is Title I funded through the local school budget? Title I is a federally funded grant for the purpose of helping students achieve academic success.  Will my child receive a grade in Title I? No, students do not receive a grade from the Title I teachers; However, students do receive progress reports. How can I make reading fun for my child? Read for fun. Choose books that interest you and your child. Do silly things, such as make up accents for your characters. Read under the kitchen table or under a shade tree.   Allow interruptions. Take breaks during reading and allow for questions and comments about the story. Reading should be enjoyable. Give your child lots of support with unknown words. Ask your child questions about the reading and allow your child to ask you questions.   Take Turns. Your child does not have to do all the reading. Take turns reading pages or paragraphs. On difficult books or passages, read the paragraph or page first then have your child read the same.   Read often. Choose a family reading time and stay consistent. Each night turn off the TV at the same time and have everyone in the family read.   Talk. Having conversations with your child is very helpful and builds their vocabulary. You are your child’s first and MOST important teacher! With your help, we can work together to help your child become a life-long reader!