Annual Title I Parent Meeting
2018-19Kine' Geathers, Principal
Denise Brown, Assistant Principal
Timmeko Parks, CST
Thomas Gumes, Title I Math Coach
Melissa Musto, Title I Literacy Coach
Yolanda Wilcher, Counselor
Ulysses Smallwood, Admin. Assistant
Kathleen DaSilva, Parent Liaision
September 12, 2018
Seaborn Lee Elementary School
What is Title I
• Title I is a federally funded
program under the Elementary and
Secondary Education Act of 1965
(ESEA)
• The purpose of Title I is to ensure
that all children have a fair, equal,
and significant opportunity to
obtain a high-quality education.
How does our school participate in the Title I
program?
• Benefits of Participation in Title I include:
• Additional Federal Funds
• Parent Liaison, Instructional Math and Literacy Coach
• Parent workshops
• Parent Resource Center
• Additional Resources for students
• Training for teachers
• Smaller classroom sizes (select classes)
How does Seaborn Lee Spend Title I funds?
• School-wide Budget: Total: $ 225, 716.55
• Full Time Instructional Literacy Coach
• Full Time Instructional Math Coach
• Full Time Parent Liaison
• Purchase iRead/iReady resources
Title I Requirements
• Title I schools are required by the federal government and Fulton County Schools to annually:
• Create a Title I Committee
• Develop and submit a Title I School Improvement Plan
• Develop and submit a Title I Budget
Academic Goals
SLES Goals:
• Increase the percentage of 3rd grade students reading at or above grade
level from 58% to 85% by 2022
• 85% of 5th graders will be proficient or distinguished in math on the GA
Milestones
Fulton County
Goals
• Student Achievement
• People and Culture
• Community Collaboration
• Fiscal Responsibility
Fourth Grade Milestones Data
Fourth Grade ELA
▪ 2017:▪ 58% (level 2, 3,4)- -7▪ 30.9% (level 3,4)
▪ 2018:▪ 65.5% (level 2, 3, 4)- +7.4% gain▪ 41.8% (level 3,4)- +11% gain
Fourth Grade Math
• 2017:
• 74.1% (level 2, 3, 4)- 0 gain
• 29.6% (level 3,4)
• 2018:
• 83.6% (level 2, 3, 4)- +9.6% gain
• 38.2% (level 3,4)- +8.6% gain
Fifth Grade Milestones Data
Fifth Grade ELA
• 2017:• 71.3% (level 2,3,4)- +1 gain• 25% (level 3,4)
• 2018:• 62.2% (level 2, 3,4)- -9.1% decrease• 27% (level 3,4)- +2% gain
Fifth Grade Math
▪ 2017:▪ 73.8% (level 2,3,4)- +13 gain▪ 20.0% (level 3,4)
▪ 2018:▪ 67.6% (level 2,3,4)- -6.2%
decrease▪ 31.1% (level 3,4)- +11.1%
increase
Fifth Grade Milestones Data
Fifth Grade Science
▪ 2017:▪ 71.3% (level 2, 3,4)▪ 42.5% (level 3,4)
▪ 2018:▪ 59.5% (level 2, 3, 4)- -11.8%
decrease▪ 28.4% (level 3,4)- -14.1%
decrease
Fifth Grade Social Studies
▪ 2017:
▪ 71.3% (level 2, 3,4)
▪ 11.3% (level 3,4)
▪ 2018:
▪ 63.5% (level 2,3,4)- -7.7% decrease
▪ 17.6% (level 3,4)- +6.3% increase
GMAS EOG 10+ Increase in ELA Proficiency
12
3rd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade
Amana Academy
Barnwell ES
Chattahoochee Hills Charter
High Point ES
Wilson Creek ES
Seaborn Lee ES
Northwood ES
Oakley ES
State Bridge Crossing ES
Hapeville ES
Palmetto ES
Spalding Drive ES
Stonewall Tell ES
Chattahoochee Hills Charter
Main Street Charter Academy
Taylor Road MS
School Recognitions
Overall ELA: 63.9%
Overall Math: 77.1%
Overall Science: 59.5%
Overall Social Studies: 63.5%
GMAS EOG 10+ Increase in Mathematics Proficiency
14
3rd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade
Amana Academy
Barnwell ES
Chattahoochee Hills
Charter
Crabapple Crossing ES
Gullatt ES
High Point ES
Hillside ES
Liberty Point ES
Main Street Charter
Medlock Bridge ES
Seaborn Lee ES
Vickery Mill ES
Woodland ES
Brookview ES
Dunwoody Springs ES
Liberty Point ES
Vickery Mill ES
Wolf Creek ES
Hapeville ES
Hillside ES
Kipp South Fulton
Seaborn Lee ES
Manning Oaks ES
Ocee ES
Palmetto ES
State Bridge Crossing
ES
Sweet Apple ES
Wolf Creek ES
Main Street Charter Kipp South Fulton
Academy
What are we doing to improve our
Literacy and Social Studies Scores?
• Balanced Literacy/Guided Reading
• Dedicated RTI time
• Units of Study- Writing (K-2)
• Laser focus on data (FastBridge aReading, iRead, iReady)
• Personalized Learning
• Systematic Instruction
• Independent Reading
• Scaffolded Support (EIP)
• DBQ and TAG Collaborative
Role of the Title I Literacy Coach
• To support teachers as they teach reading and writing. This includes:
• Co-planning of reading and writing lessons
• Modeling reading and writing lessons
• Co-teaching reading and writing lessons
• Providing high quality professional development in the areas of reading and writing
• Data driven dialogue: leading teachers to examine student data and plan instruction
accordingly
What are we doing to improve our
Math and Science Scores?
• Guided Math with a writing focus
• Scaffolded Support (Math EIP)
• Laser focus on data (FastBridge, iReady Math)
• Dedicated RTI time
• Science Ambassadors
• Personalized Learning
Role of the Title I Math Coach
• To work with teachers and students to improve the quality of teaching and
learning of mathematics Georgia Standards of Excellence by:
• Working with teachers to improve classroom management and climate
• Co-planning of math lessons
• Analyzing student math data to advise staff of trends, outcomes, needs for students.
• Conducting professional development at the school as needed.
What Curriculum does Seaborn Lee use?
• Georgia Standard of Excellence
What tests will students be taking?
How Do The Tests Measure
My Child's Progress?
• Assessment of learning is an essential part of any curriculum
• Keeping track of student progress helps to ensure that instruction is
effective, that special needs are being met, and that each student is moving
towards the standards set by the state and the goals developed specifically for
him/her.
• Federal and state mandates require schools to administer statewide
assessments in reading and math
What Proficiency Levels
is my child expected to meet?Beginning Learner
Level 1
Developing Learner
Level 2
Proficient Learner
Level 3
Distinguished
Learner- Level 4
English Language
Arts
• Read texts below
grade level
• Read and explain
texts near grade
level
• Read and explain
complex texts at
grade level
• Read and analyze
complex texts at
grade level or
above
Mathematics • Add and subtract
whole numbers
• Add and subtract
numbers to 1,000
• Solve one-step
problems
• Extend number
patterns
• Add and subtract
fluently
• Solve two-step
word problems
using all 4
operations
• Compare fractions
• Identify arithmetic
patterns with
multiple rules
• Understand,
compare, add and
subtract fractions
• Interpret data
contained in
graphs
Highlights of Seaborn Lee's PBIS Framework
• Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports
• P.A.W.S. (Be Prepared, Act Respectfully, Work Together, and Stay Safe)
• 4th Full Year of Implementation
• 70% decrease in OSS days over 5 years (2013-2018)
• More seat time equals more quality instruction for students
• More quality instruction equals greater academic proficiency
• Seaborn Lee's work will be presented at the Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support Conference
Parent's Right to Know
• You have the right to request information regarding the professional qualifications of your child’s classroom teacher(s).
• A copy of the Parents’ Rights to Know was sent home with your child in the Student Handbook the first week of school and is available on the school’s website
At Seaborn Lee we are very proud of our teachers. We feel they are prepared
to help your child do their best in school. As a Title I school, we are
required by federal law, the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA) to let you know about your
child's teachers' qualifications.
Parent and Family Engagement
"Parent and Family Engagement is an ongoing process that increases active participation, communication, and collaboration between parents, schools, and communities with the goal of educating the whole child to ensure student achievement and success."
• District Parent and Family Engagement Plan
• School Parent and Family Engagement Plan
• School-Family Compact
How is Title I Parent and Family Engagement
Money Spent?
• Materials for the Parent Resource Center
• Parent Brochures
• Educational Material for Parents to Check-Out
• Office Supplies
Opportunities for Parent Engagement
• Volunteer at the school
• Room Parent Program
• PTA (Parent Teacher Association)
• SGC (School Governance Council)
• School Title I Committee
• Participation at Parent Workshops
• Curriculum Nights
Contact Information4600 Scarborough Road, College Park, GA 30349
(470)-254-8025
http://school.fultonschools.org/es/seabornlee/Pages/default.aspx
We strive to respond to all calls and emails
within 24 hours.
