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Title I Parent Handbook

To: Parents, Guardians, and Community Members
From: New Vision Learning Academy Administration
Subject: Preparing to Review the Title I Parent Handbook

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Overview:
This memo aims to guide you through the Title I Parent Handbook, a key resource that outlines New Vision Learning Academy’s Title I program, policies, and expectations for students, parents, and staff. The handbook serves as a crucial document to help you understand how our school works to enhance educational outcomes through federally funded support services.

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Purpose of the Handbook:
The Title I Parent Handbook is designed to inform you about the Title I program’s objectives and resources available to students who need additional support in reading and math. This document emphasizes the importance of parental involvement and aims to ensure that you are well-informed about your rights, your child’s educational environment, and how we can work together to achieve academic success.

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What to Expect in the Document:

  1. Mission and Vision:
    Learn about the academy's commitment to fostering educational excellence and moral growth, emphasizing the collaboration between the school, parents, and the community.

  2. Parental Rights and Responsibilities:
    The handbook outlines your rights to information regarding the qualifications of your child’s teachers, details about your child’s academic progress, and the safety measures in place at the school.

  3. Title I Program Details:
    Understand how the Title I program provides extra support in reading and math, the goals it sets for students, and the strategies used to meet these goals. The handbook also covers how students are identified for extra help and the types of services they can receive.

  4. Parental Involvement Policy:
    This section explains how parents can participate in the Title I program, from attending annual meetings to providing input on program development. It emphasizes the value of your involvement in enhancing your child's education.

  5. Student-Parent-School Compact:
    This agreement outlines the shared responsibilities of students, parents, and the school to ensure academic achievement. It sets expectations for attendance, behavior, and parental support at home.

  6. Complaint Procedures:
    If you have concerns about the Title I program, the handbook provides clear steps for addressing complaints, beginning with the school principal and, if necessary, escalating to the Board of Directors.

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Next Steps:

  • Review the Handbook: Take time to carefully read the Title I Parent Handbook to fully understand the resources and opportunities available to your child.

  • Engage and Participate: Attend upcoming meetings and events where Title I information will be discussed. Your involvement is crucial to your child’s success.

  • Contact Us with Questions: If you have any questions or need further clarification, please reach out to our Title I Coordinator at nvla@bayou.com or call 318-338-9997.

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Conclusion:
The Title I Parent Handbook is an essential tool that empowers you as partners in your child's education. We encourage you to use this document to stay informed and actively involved in your child's learning journey.

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