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Our Mission
The Title I Program at Azalea Middle School works to promote highest student achievement by providing additional personnel, resources, professional development, and parental involvement opportunities.
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What is Title 1?
Title 1 is the largest single program of federal aid for elementary and secondary education designed to improve teaching and learning in schools. In Pinellas County, Title 1 funds are used to support 34 elementary schools, 8 middle schools, and 8 high schools. At least 69 percent of students attending Title 1 schools qualify for free or reduced price lunch. Title I was established in 1965 as part of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. The act was amended and signed by President George W. Bush on January 8, 2002, under its new title, “No Child Left Behind Act of 2001.”
The goal of Title I is highest student achievement for all students. The funding is used to hire additional personnel, purchase instructional materials, provide professional development, and offer parental involvement opportunities.
Parents are part of the Title I team and are encouraged to participate in their children’s education because parent involvement increases student achievement. Teachers, parents, and students sign a contract or agreement between home and school to share the responsibility for student learning. Parents need to work with their children at home, attend parent/teacher conferences, and keep teachers informed about home events that might affect their children at school. Joining parent organizations (PTSA and SAC), helping at school as a volunteer, and attending school events and parent training are important. Parent participation builds the home and school partnership, which is essential for school success.
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No Child Left Behind
The Federal No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act of 2001 requires Title 1 schools to make adequate yearly progress (AYP). AYP measures the progress of schools in meeting state identified academic achievement standards in reading, math, and writing. Measurement of AYP targets the performance and participation of various subgroups based on race, socioeconomic status, disability, and limited English proficiency.
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Parental Involvement
• Have on-going communication with your child's school, including parent/teacher conferences.
• Support the school staff and respect culture differences of others.
• Participate in school events.
• See that your child attends school daily and is punctual.
• Talk to your child weekly about homework and academic progress.
• Encourage reading at home.
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Student Responsibility
• Come to school each day on time with your homework completed and with supplies that you need.
• Show respect for your school, yourself, and other students, and have consideration for cultural differences.
• Believe that you can learn, and you will learn.
• Work to the best of your ability.
• Follow the rules of conduct at your school.
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School Commitment
• Hold parent/teacher conferences.
• Send reports to parents on their child's progress.
• Provide opportunities for parents to volunteer and participate in their child's school activities.
• Provide an environment conducive to leaning.
• Respect the student, their parents, and the diverse culture of the school.
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Family Resource Center
The Pinellas County Schools' Title 1 Office operates a Family Resource Center located at 2499 25th St. S in St. Petersburg. The center offers a variety of educational programs throughout the year, including a Dad's Book Club, parent workshops, and make & take activities. Guest speakers also are available at the center.
Hours of Operation:
• Monday-Wednesday, 8:30-4:30 pm
• Thursday, 8:30-7:00 pm
• Friday, 8:30-3:30 pm
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Mr. Hans Jaspers, Curriculum Specialist
jaspersj@pcsb.org
(727) 893-2606 ext. 2140
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| Title 1 Program News & Information @ AMS |
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All links below are PDF files.
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