Title 1

Title I District Information

The Rochester Area School District values parent and family engagement as a vital part of the Title I Schoolwide program.

Under the guidance of the Parent Advisory Council and the Rochester Elementary School administration and staff, parents will be invited to participate in the Title I program through various activities, including but not limited to:

• Receiving information via letters or meetings regarding their child’s participation in Title I supplemental instruction.

• Periodic progress reports sent home in clear, easy-to-understand language.

• At least one annual conference with teachers to discuss curriculum, student progress, and proficiency levels.

• Assistance in understanding state standards, local testing, and assessments.

• Opportunities to request meetings with school administration and staff at convenient times.

• Provision of materials and suggestions to support learning at home.

• Training sessions and adult literacy programs to help parents reinforce education at home.

• Timely updates on the Title I program, including plans and evaluations.

• Invitations for parent input in planning, development, and operation of the Title I program and parent compact.

• Collaboration between the school and parents to achieve Title I program goals.

• Encouragement for parents to join the Parent Advisory Council (PAC), which meets at least three times annually.

• Support for parents to use Title I funds for parent involvement conferences (SPAC) and approved activities.

• Active parent involvement in developing and revising the Rochester Elementary Title I Schoolwide Plan.

The Rochester Area School District has recently updated its Title I Parent and Family Engagement Policy for both the district and Rochester Elementary School, along with the Rochester Elementary Title I School/Parent Compact. Please click the links below to review the updated policies:

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