Title One is a program that is designed to provide our K-4 students with the opportunity to meet grade level academic standards. Funded through the federal Title I, Part A of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), this program supports students who need extra academic help, especially in the areas of reading and mathematics.

Our school receives Title I funding because a significant percentage of our students come from low-income households. These funds allow us to offer additional support services to help students succeed.

Our Title I Program works closely with classroom teachers, families, and the school community to ensure every student has access to a high-quality education. We believe that by working together, we can help every child reach their full potential.

For more information about our Title I services or to learn how you can be involved, please contact our ESEA Director, Jennifer Kolodge, at  jkolodge@isd94.org

The Title I program provides extra help to students who are not yet meeting grade-level expectations in reading or math and is designed to ensure that every child has the chance to succeed in school, especially those who may need more academic support.

 How Students Qualify

• Students are selected based on academic needs

• Teachers and Intervention staff look at universal screening scores, classroom assessments, and teacher observations.

• Students can move in and out of the program as their academic needs change.

 What Kind of Help Is Given

• Instruction is focused on reading and/or math skills, depending on what each student needs.

• Instruction is more specific and based on specific learning targets.

Who Teaches Title I Students

• Instruction is delivered by qualified teachers or specialists trained to work with students who need extra support.

• These teachers work closely with classroom teachers to make sure learning is connected to what’s happening in class.

Materials and Learning Tools

• Title I funds are used to provide evidence based materials that help students learn and practice critical literacy skills.

• Educational apps such as Reading Eggs/Math Seeds or computer programs like Read Naturally may also be used to support learning.

 Family Involvement

• Families are an important part of the Title I program.

• Schools host:

  • Family Events

  • Conferences to share progress

  • Activities that show how parents can help at home

• Each school has a Family-School Compact—an agreement between families, students, and teachers that explains how everyone will work together to support learning.

 Progress Monitoring

• Students’ progress is tracked using:

  • Short assessments throughout the year

  • Classroom observations

  • Feedback from teachers and families

• If a student reaches grade level, they may leave the program but continue to be monitored.