What is the Title 1 Pre-K all about?

As the end of the school year quickly approaches, the KPBSD Title 1 Pre-K will be wrapping up a wonderful start to a new program here in Seward.? There has been a tremendous amount of growth in the students this year and the staff is very excited to see how they progress in kindergarten next year.?? However, there are still some questions as to what the program is all about.? Here is some information about the Title 1 Pre-K Program that is being offered at the elementary school.

?What is Title I?

The KPBSD Title I program is made available through federal grants to improve the academic achievement of students in schools of high poverty. High poverty schools are determined through the free and reduced lunch enrollments and Seward Elementary qualifies. The Title I program is designed to help students be more successful in their classrooms, specifically in the areas of language arts and math. Title I funds are available for teachers, materials, and support services for schools that qualify under No Child Left Behind guidelines.

?Title I Pre-K Eligibility

The Pre-K program is available to ANY CHILD who will be 4 by September 1, 2013.? At the Pre-K level, each child is given an assessment, which is used to help determine kindergarten readiness skills. Those students who show a need for additional support in social and emotional growth, reading readiness, or motor skill development qualify for the program.? The Pre-K program offers small group instruction using a variety of teaching methods and materials. The classroom teacher works closely with each family to support early learning.

Family Involvement

Although family involvement is not mandatory, it is strongly encouraged.? There are many opportunities for families to volunteer and participate in the Pre-K program both in the classroom and at home.

KPBSD and Title I place great importance on family involvement in the education process. Research confirms that student success is greatly determined by families who are partners in their children?s education.? Families play a dominant role in influencing a child?s confidence and motivation to become a successful learner. When students see that education is important to the adults in their lives, it becomes important to them as well. The reward for becoming more involved in the education process is a more successful, safe and self-confident student.

With all this information in mind, we are starting to think about the program for next year.? Assessments for the program will be held Tuesday, April 23 from 9:00am-2:45pm.? We will also be holding an Open House on Friday, April 12 from 3:15pm-3:45pm at the elementary school in room 118.? This is a chance for anyone in the community to visit with the staff and parents and learn about the great things we are doing to get kids ready for kindergarten.? Come ask questions and check out our learning environment.? Applications for the program are available at the school and assessments are being scheduled.? If you have any other questions, please call the elementary school at 224-3356.

Alexis Kaferstein

Title 1 PreK Teacher

Seward Elementary

Source: http://sewardcitynews.com/2013/04/what-is-the-title-1-pre-k-all-about/

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