What is Title I?

Harrison Central High School is a Title I school.  Title I is part of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). The purpose of this program is to ensure that all children have a fair, equal, and significant opportunity to obtain a high-quality education and reach, at a minimum, proficiency on challenging state academic achievement standards and state academic assessments.

What will Title I do for my student?

The funding will assist schools in meeting the educational goals of low-income students. According to the U.S. Department of Education, Title I funds typically support supplemental instruction in reading and math. Annually, this program reaches over six million students.

Why does our school receive Title I money?

Title I is a program that provides federal funds to some schools due to the percentage of students enrolled who receive free or reduced-price lunches.

Finally, as a Title I School, we:

• Identified students at our school who need the most educational assistance. Students do NOT have to be from low-income families to receive Title I services
• Set goals for improving the academic outcomes for students at our school
• Set goals for improving parent engagement at our school
• Measure student progress and parent engagement to determine the success of the Title I program

How will we spend Title I funds:

• Instructional Literacy Coaches
• Professional development for school staff
• Extra time for student learning
• Additional supplemental teaching materials
• Supplemental technology equipment, software, and supplies

Parental Involvement Opportunities

• Use the Parent Portal of PowerSchool to stay updated on student(s) grades
• Participate in Title I meetings virtually
• Watch Family Engagement Videos
• Communicate with teachers and administrators
• Discuss with administrators new ways for parents to become more involved
• Support extracurricular activities