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Title I Parent Involvement Action Plan 2009-2010
Parent Workshops
–
Enrollment is determined by targeted audience
with varied notification via flyer, monthly calendar of events, automated phone
message, website, personal invitations mailed or sent with students. *Additional
workshops are added during the calendar year to accommodate needs and desires of
parents/community/faculty & staff.
Parent Workshops
–
Enrollment is determined by targeted audience
with varied notification via flyer, monthly calendar of events, automated phone
message, website, personal invitations mailed or sent with students. *Additional
workshops are added during the calendar year to accommodate needs and desires of
parents/community/faculty & staff.
|
Date(s)/Time(s) |
Title of Workshop |
Targeted Audience |
Brief Description |
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Thursday, August 6 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. |
OPEN
HOUSE/Registration for families new to NES |
SWP
open enrollment |
A meet and greet time
for parents and teachers; parents receive information regarding bus
transportation, free/reduced lunch program, classroom supplies,
School-Parent Compact, and other important information regarding grade
level instruction. |
|
Monday, August 24
(K)5:45 (1) 6:30 (2)
7:15 Tuesday, August 25 (3)5:45 (4) 6:30
(5)7:15 p.m. Ongoing Fridays from 2:15 – 2:30 p.m. |
Title I Orientation |
SWP |
Parents receive
information on the Title l school wide program (SWP) and our school’s
participation under this program (overview of Title l,
parent rights, AYP status, the Title l Parent Center, the
complaint process, volunteering and parent needs) in large group with
Parent Coordinator. *Revised description 8/12/09 |
|
Monday, August 24:
(K) 6:00 (1) 6:45 (2) 7:30
Tuesday, August 25: (3) 6:00 (4) 6:45 (5)
7:30 p.m. Ongoing Fridays from 2:30 – 3:00 p.m. |
Curriculum |
SWP all parents in
August; open for parents of new enrollees and any other parents |
Parent awareness of the Academic
Knowledge and Skills (AKS) curriculum; specific strategies for working
with their child; and to assure the parents that the grade level has a
strong program of instruction for all students. Parents are allowed to
have interaction and feedback. School-Parent Compact is presented;
parents are encouraged to sign as a means of sharing educational
ownership. |
|
August 25/7-7:30 p.m. |
Reading Recovery |
Parents of identified
first grade Recovery students |
Orientation &
curriculum informational meeting regarding what Reading Recovery program
is, and how it benefits their child. Teacher models a lesson for
parents, explains home assignments, and requests that parents take
responsibility in making sure child gets maximum results from program by
having their child complete their reading and writing practice. General
question/answer time is given; feedback requested. |
|
Ongoing classes for Math on Fridays 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Drop in sessions set
by SST & parent requests |
Helping Parents
Support At-Home |
SWP |
|
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Ongoing parent tours
Thursdays from 9-10:00 a.m. |
Parent |
SWP |
School tours that
allow observation of quality-plus strategies utilized in classroom
settings are offered to parents every Thursday from 9-10:00 a.m. |
|
September 2 1:30-
2:30 p.m. |
Highlighting Focus |
Parents of identified
gifted students |
Informative session
that focuses on helping parents understand Gifted curriculum: the
program guidelines, the student personalities, and the expectations of
the program of instruction. Parent will be better able to support their
children with at-home instruction. |
|
September 9/1-3:00
p.m., September 30/1-3:00 p.m., January 14 & May 19/1-3:00 & 6-6:45 p.m. |
1- English Language
Learners (ELL) Eligibility, 2-Understanding Your Role as ELL; 3- Parent
Education for ACCESS Testing; 4-ACCESS Testing
Results |
Parents of direct or
consultative ELL students |
ELL teachers help
parents to be more informed regarding ELL placement, model of
instruction, curriculum, modification plans, testing, and how parents
can support their children at home. All sessions allow time for parent
questions, concerns. |
|
October 1/9:30 –
10:30 a.m. |
Good Touch-Bad Touch
Parent Preview |
SWP |
Parent preview of
Good-Touch/Bad-Touch prevention education;
includes information and discussions about child abuse, sexual
abuse, sexual harassment and bullying of all types, internet safety,
stranger danger rules, by-stander responsibilities and answers to
questions about substance abuse. |
|
October 20/5:15 –
6:00 p.m. |
Early Intervention
Program |
SWP |
Parents are given a
brief explanation of the Early Intervention Program (EIP) at our school.
Afterwards, the presenter talks about the parent’s role and rights in
the educational process and the ways this service impacts student
achievement. Discussion follows. |
|
October 28/9:00-10:30
a.m. |
Supporting Special
Needs Students |
Parents of Students
with IEP Placement |
Parents are informed
about three year evaluations, IEP, curriculum and instruction,
home-school communication support, parenting skills (positive
reinforcement strategies), inclusion classes, speech and language
issues, and the |
|
December 1/5:30-6:30
p.m. |
Grade 5 Writing
Workshop |
Parents of Fifth
Grade Students |
Teachers present the
State writing rubric, show work samples for high and low papers, discuss
the four components of the writing process (ideas, organization, style,
and conventions. Time allows for questions/answers. |
|
December 3/5:30 –
6:45 p.m. |
Connecting
Mathematically through Centers of Learning |
SWP |
Presentation and
activities focuses on what parents can do to help their child be more
successful with mathematics. Math Coach will present hands-on activities
and websites that correlate with the math textbooks. Question and answer
time will be available. Feedback requested. |
|
December 9, January
20, February 10, March 10, April 28, May 12
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. |
Potluck of
Information for Parents – A time for food, fellowship and learning |
SWP |
Program purpose is to
1) give flexible hours for parents to unable
to attend previous meetings and wish information, and 2) advertise and
help parents understand upcoming events they may wish to attend. |
|
February 18/1:30 –
2:30 p.m. |
OPEN DOOR: Reading
Experiences with Your Child |
SWP |
Leveled websites that
support at-home student learning are presented to parents. Time is given
to have parents peruse and engage in internet hands-on activities to
support their child. Computer technology is enhanced. |
|
February 23/6:00 –
7:30 p.m. |
Helping Parents
Transition to Sixth Grade |
Parents of 5th
Grade Students |
Parents meet with
guest presenter from MS for an informal time when parents voice their
concerns and have a question & answer time to become aware of what lies
ahead, discuss fears, become assured of continued support, reminded
about accountable and making sure they maintain family traditions.
Parents are also reminded of what their child must successfully complete
at the fifth grade level. |
|
February 18, 25,
March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 1, 22, 29, May 6, 7 10:00 a.m. – 12:00
p.m. |
Hispanic Parent
Program: Mami y Yo |
Targeted population
with maximum 15 |
Parents and children
birth to age 5 have parenting skills presented and modeled by instructor
to help parents understand how to better support their children at home,
educate them, and prepare them for entering a school environment
instructionally ready. |
|
1-March 16/5:30-6:30
p.m. & 2-March 31/9:00-10:30 p.m. |
Parent Support for
Transitioning to Kindergarten: 1-Hands-On Workshop
and 2-
Readying Your Child for
Kindergarten/Parent Tour |
Families with
eligible children (age appropriate and within school district
guidelines) |
1- Parents and
children rotated through centers of learning for an actively engaging
time of helping parents help their children prepare for kindergarten.
2-Presenters talk about the importance of parents “being there” for
their children and taking advantage of those teachable moments during
summer events. Parents and children are taken on a school tour.
|
|
March 17, 24, 31,
April 14, 21, 28/10:00 – 11:30 a.m. |
Nutrition Parenting
Program - “Lose Weight/Eat Healthy” |
SWP |
A nutrition and
parenting program to get the family eating healthy to support student
achievement. Agent presents information on food pyramid, food labels,
helping their children eat healthy, thrifty buying guides to lower the
cost of meals, and helping parents understand the importance of
exercise. Hands-on activities are incorporated into lessons. Equipped
with this knowledge, parents will be able to help their children develop
healthy, lifelong habits and strengthen academic achievement. |
Title I Committee
Meetings –Committee provides advice and recommendations on how to encourage parent
involvement, supports parent engagement in the school, assists in the
decision-making and use of Parent Involvement Funds as outlined in the Budget
Narrative, makes recommendations concerning parent negative comments, and gives
ongoing feedback regarding the revision and adoption of Title I School Wide
Program (SWP) required documents, as needed. Committee plans, revises, updates,
and adopts the Title I Parent Involvement/Action Plan and the School-Parent
Compact. The Committee is comprised of parents, teachers, and
community members. Invitations via
letter, e-mail or phone are given at the end of each school year for the next
year’s membership. Open membership throughout the school year for enlisting new
families and community members.
·
August 11, 2009,
3:00 – 6:00 P.M., Parent Meeting Room
·
September 24, 2009,
3:00 P.M., Parent Meeting Room
·
November 11-12,
before or after parent-teacher conferences, Parent Meeting Room
·
May 11, 2010, 9:30
A.M. Parent Meeting Room
·
Other special
sub-committee meetings as actions become necessary for Title I Compliance
English Classes
or Mini-Series Classes
|
Date(s)/Time(s) |
Title of Workshop |
Targeted Audience |
Brief Description |
|
Ongoing English
classes twice a week /Mondays-Level 2 10:00–11:30 am & Thursdays-Level 1 1:30-3:00 pm |
English Class |
Parents who need
additional support with English |
Presenter follows
courseware lessons for Side By
Side, Third Edition; uses Teacher’s Guide/Books, Student Books with
Audio/Books, and Activity Booklet/Book to support English skills at both
levels of instruction. Presenter generates excellent English
conversation with parents as lessons are taught. |
|
Date(s)/Time(s) |
Title of Workshop |
Targeted Audience |
Brief Description |
|
September
15/5:30-6:30 p.m. *Ongoing sessions offer one-on-one parent/business
partner training |
Be There
Campaign…Parent and Community Volunteers |
SWP and Business
Partners; Other Interested
Community Members |
Parent and community volunteers
view a power point presentation entitled, “Highlighting Parent
Involvement.” PISC gives tips on how to be an effective volunteer.
Everyone reads the Norcross ES Parent Volunteer Handbook and signs the
confidentiality form. Time is given for questions and answers. Feedback
requested. *Presented to strengthen our school, its
families, and ultimately increase student achievement.
|
|
October 23, 2009, January 22, 2010, April 30, 2010 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. |
In the KNOW- Keeping
Parents Up-to-date with Education Issues |
SWP |
Parents are invited to round
table discussion sessions with school administrators or community
members. Goal is to improve parent involvement and to help parents
become more aware of educational issues through open dialogue and
communication skills.
|
|
PLA Level 1 & 2
classes are Tuesday evenings – 6:30 p.m.; Level 3 classes are Thursday
evenings – 6:30 p.m. |
|
Title I Committee
members |
Parent members of the
local school’s Title I Committee are
encouraged to complete the Parent become the leaders
they would like to be for children and families. Classes
for this training are held at Radloff MS. Donna Power,
Parent Instructional Support Coordinator at contact for
enrollment/and class schedule: 678-245-3417 or via e-mail at
donna_power@gwinnett.k12.ga.us |
Professional
Learning/Staff Development – PISCs/School Staff/Parents
Sessions
improve school-parent relations
|
Date(s)/Time(s) |
Title of Workshop |
Targeted Audience |
Brief Description |
|
Ongoing school/parent
training sessions dates/times during grade level planning or at faculty
meetings; dates TBD. |
1-Highlighting
Parental Involvement in Education 2- Barriers and
Hurdles 3-Parent-Teacher
Conferences 4- A Training of the
Minds |
SWP Faculty/Staff |
Ongoing Grade Level,
professional day, and/or faculty meetings to discuss strategies for
having better parent-school-community involvement. Offer tips for
improvements with teacher input. *Revised 8/14/09 |
|
August 12, December
2, March 3, May 7/8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. |
Title I Parent
Instructional Support Coordinators (PISCs) Staff Development |
Title I PISCS |
*see SAMPLE agenda in
Title I Handbook |
|
September 4, October
8, November 6, January 8, February 5 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. |
Cluster PISC Meetings |
PISCS from Norcross
Cluster |
Collaborate/share/
implement parent involvement programs that support transitioning (pre-K
to elementary to middle school; share ways to make improvement in Title
I PI programs; cover business at hand with Title I Coordinators.
*Revised dates and description 8/14/09 |
District Title I
Events
|
Date(s)/Time(s) |
Title of Workshop |
Targeted Audience |
Brief Description |
|
August 27, October
28, January 27, April 28 10-11:30 a.m. &
6-7:30 p.m. |
Local Education Agency (LEA)
Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) |
Enlisted Title I
Committee Members |
Assists with the
design, implementation, and evaluation of its LEA Title I Parent
Involvement Plan and activities. The Committee meets 4 times a year
giving the option of day or evening sessions. |
|
September 26/10:00
a.m.-1:00 p.m. |
Title I Super
Saturday |
SWP Title I Norcross
Cluster families |
A morning filled with
information and fun as parents meet at Norcross HS to attend sessions
centered around parenting, food and fellowship, thus creating a strong
sense of community among the Norcross Cluster schools. |
|
March 6 Time 9:00 am-12:00 pm |
Title I Family
Conference |
By invitation only –
GCPS Title I Title I Committee or other targeted families who are
involved as parent leaders in local school |
A GCPS event to
inspire parents to become more involved in their children’s education
while creating
a strong sense of community
among local Title I school throughout the county. Activities planned
include continental breakfast and guest speaker, Mr. Joseph Washington.
Location: Meadowcreek HS |
Other School-Wide
Events
|
Date(s)/Time(s) |
Title of Event |
Targeted Audience |
Brief Description |
|
September 18, October
23, November 13,
December 11, February 12, March 26 3:30 – 5:00 p.m |
After School Family
Socials |
SWP |
Children and parents
enjoy fun games, music, dancing, food & fellowship. |
|
September
14/11:00a.m. – 1:30 p.m. |
Grandparents Day |
SWP Grandparents and
family |
Grandparents are the
primary caregiver when neither parent is involved. Grandparents are
invited to share a lunch with their grandchild/children. |
|
October 15/6:00 –
8:00 p.m. |
Hispanic Heritage
Night |
SWP |
Event is held to
create and encourage a warm and friendly family atmosphere while
recognizing cultural heritage of Hispanic families. |
|
December 10/6:00 –
7:30 p.m. |
Winter Celebration |
SWP |
Chorus Club presents
songs and music to get families in the mood for winter break; boosts
children’s self esteem and promotes family fellowship. |
|
December 16 Summerour
Band |
|
Grade 5 Parents and
all other SWP parents |
Band will perform for
entire school and parents in two sessions: K, 2, 3 and 1, 4, 5 |
|
February 26/ K-2:9-10:00 3-5: 10:15-11:15 am |
Black History
Celebration |
SWP |
Parents are invited
to attend dramatic presentation |
|
March 2/9:30a.m. -
3:00 p.m. |
Read Across |
SWP |
Parents and community
members are invited to read with children in a relaxed classroom
setting. |
|
March 29/6:00 – 7:30
p.m. |
Empty Bowls/Montage |
SWP |
Parents are invited to view
children’s artwork and optional participation in raising money to help
organizations fight hunger, to raise awareness about the issues of
hunger and food security, and to help bring about an attitude that will
not allow hunger to exist.
|
|
April 27/5:30 p.m. |
International Night |
SWP |
Event celebrates the
cultural diversity in our school community by bringing all groups
together to share their rich heritage through music, food, and fun. |
|
May 21/12:00 – 1:00
p.m. |
Fifth Grade Awards
Luncheon |
Grade 5 Students &
Parents |
Formal luncheon with
parents to honor successful achievement as they transition to sixth
grade. |
|
May 25/6:00 – 8:00
p.m. |
Fifth Grade Promotion |
Grade 5 Students,
Family, and Friends |
Formal promotion
celebration to honor successful achievement as they transition to sixth
grade. |
Student Reporting
System – Ongoing meetings are held to discuss
progress reports/report cards, pupil progression process, and transition.
Quarterly report cards go home in October, January, March, and May. Conferences
are set on the school calendar for November 11-12 and February 3-4. Conferences
assist parents in understanding strengths and weaknesses of their child’s total
school year, how students can improve skills, get help when needed, meet class
expectations, and perform well on assessments. Agenda includes discussion of
academic contracts/modification plans, absenteeism, behavioral issues, parent
support, family issues, and long-range promotion/retention guidelines, and
review of School-Parent Compact. Interpreters (Spanish and Vietnamese) are
provided to the greatest extent possible to help assure parents understand what
is being addressed; parents are better able to bring concerns and questions to
the table. *Online Go2Portal for parents will be implemented in January.
Communication:
Effective two-way communication is done through
weekly and monthly newsletters in English/Spanish, ongoing communication and
workshop flyers, 24-hour Parent Center link to school webpage, marquis postings,
automated phone messenger (*not activated this year due to retrofit and building
program), three-way conference phone system for contacting parents, conferences,
Student Support Team (SST) meetings, and both a monthly calendar of parent
events and a monthly math calendar by grade level is distributed to SWP families
in a language to the extent possible in order to build parents’ capacity to
support learning at home. The PISC at Norcross Elementary School will gladly
provide
contact information for other important GCPS staff
, such as: GCPS Board of Education members, Title
I staff, social workers, special education mentors, counselors, NES
administrators and/or other support personnel. PISC is available daily at NES
from 7:45a.m. – 3:45 p.m. If there is no answer, you may leave a brief message
and the PISC or the Parent Outreach Liaison (POL), will get back with you within
24 hours. You may wish to e-mail
carolyn_lee@gwinnett.k12.ga.us or
send a written message to school with your child. Contact information of
important GCPS contacts will also be posted on the
http://
www.norcrosselementaryschool.org/home.htm
Parents wishing additional information and
resources may contact
Metro
Director: Julie Hollis - e-mail:
jhollis@cisgeorgia.org or
telephone: (800) 838-5784