November

Parent Town Hall Meeting

Building Strong Readers

At Home

Tips for Building Strong Readers at Home:

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• Make time for reading every day
• Even 15–20 minutes a day makes a big difference. Set aside quiet time before bed or after homework for reading.
• Let them choose what they like
• Magazines, comics, graphic novels, audiobooks, or sports articles, it all counts! Letting your child choose helps build a love for reading.
• Talk about what they’re reading
• Ask questions like:�• “What’s the most interesting thing you read today?”�• “Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?”
• Read together when you can
• Take turns reading pages, or listen to audiobooks together on a drive or while doing chores.
• Celebrate progress, not just levels
• Praise your child for trying new genres, finishing a book, or asking questions. Reading is about growth, not just grades.

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Consejos para Desarrollar Buenos Lectores en Casa:

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• Haz tiempo para leer todos los días
• ¡Incluso 15–20 minutos al día hacen una gran diferencia! Reserva un momento tranquilo antes de dormir o después de las tareas para leer.
• Déjales elegir lo que les gusta
• Revistas, cómics, novelas gráficas, audiolibros o artículos deportivos—¡todo cuenta! Permitir que tu hijo(a) elija fomenta el amor por la lectura.
• Habla sobre lo que están leyendo
• Haz preguntas como:�• “¿Qué fue lo más interesante que leíste hoy?”�• “¿Recomendarías este libro a un amigo? ¿Por qué sí o por qué no?”
• Lean juntos cuando puedan
• Celebra el progreso, no solo el nivel
• Elogia a tu hijo(a) por probar nuevos géneros, terminar un libro o hacer preguntas. La lectura se trata de crecer, no solo de obtener calificaciones.

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At MS302, we’re helping students grow as confident readers by:

• Teaching reading strategies like finding the main idea, using context clues to infer unfamiliar words, and asking and answering questions
• Encouraging students to make connections between what they read and their own lives, other texts, or current events
• Using i-Ready and classroom assessments to set personal reading goals
• Providing small group instruction based on student needs
• Giving students clear strategies they can use both in school and at home, like rereading for understanding, annotating the text with a purpose, and discussing what they’ve read.
• Encouraging reading time in all classes, not just ELA.

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En MS302, estamos ayudando a los estudiantes a desarrollarse como lectores seguros y competentes al:

• Enseñar estrategias de lectura como identificar la idea principal, usar pistas del contexto y formular y responder preguntas
• Animar a los estudiantes a hacer conexiones entre lo que leen y su propia vida, otros textos o eventos actuales
• Utilizar i-Ready y evaluaciones en clase para establecer metas de lectura personalizadas
• Proporcionar instrucción en grupos pequeños según las necesidades de cada estudiante
• Ofrecer estrategias claras que los estudiantes pueden usar tanto en la escuela como en casa, como volver a leer para comprender mejor, anotar el texto con un propósito y conversar sobre lo que han leído
• Fomentar el tiempo de lectura en todas las materias, no solo en la clase de Inglés (ELA)

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Families can support this at home by asking open-ended questions like:

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• “What was the most important part of what you read today?”
• “What do you think the author wanted you to learn?”
• “What surprised you in the text?”
• “Did anything remind you of something in your life?”

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Las familias pueden apoyar esto en casa haciendo preguntas abiertas como:

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• • “¿Cuál fue la parte más importante de lo que leíste hoy?”
• • “¿Qué crees que el autor quería que aprendieras?”
• • “¿Qué te sorprendió en el texto?”
• • “¿Hubo algo que te recordó a tu propia vida?”

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What’s Happening at LDC, MS x302?

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During the month of December, we’re helping families keep reading fun, meaningful, and part of everyday life, especially as we head into winter break. Students are exploring creative ways to engage with books at home and at school.

Awards And More Awards

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Celebrations

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Upcoming Events

PARENT INFORMATION

Thank You!

Title 1

Parent

Meeting SY26-27

Welcome parents, students, and community members to our annual Title I informational session for the 2026-2027 school year.

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Title I Parent Representatives

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Parent representatives play a crucial role in the success of the Title I program. They serve as a vital bridge between the school administration and the families in our community.

Representatives help in key decision-making processes regarding family engagement policies, review the annual school-parent compact, and ensure that parent voices and concerns are actively heard when planning the Title I budget and educational programs.

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Representantes de Padres del Título I

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Los representantes de los padres juegan un papel crucial en el éxito del programa del Título I. Sirven como un puente vital entre la administración de la escuela y las familias de nuestra comunidad.

Los representantes ayudan en la toma de decisiones sobre las políticas de participación familiar, revisan el pacto anual entre la escuela y los padres, y aseguran que las voces de los padres sean escuchadas al planificar el presupuesto.

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Miembros: Todos los padres de la escuela secundaria x302 son padres de Título 1.

¡Bienvenidos!

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What is Title I?

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Title I is a federal education program under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).

It provides financial assistance to local educational agencies and schools with high numbers or high percentages of children from low-income families.

The funding is specifically designed to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards and receive a high-quality, equitable education regardless of their socioeconomic background.

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Key Components & Goal of Title I

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The primary goal of Title I is to provide supplemental instructional services and activities that support students in meeting rigorous state academic standards.

Key components include conducting comprehensive needs assessments, implementing evidence-based schoolwide reform strategies, ensuring instruction is delivered by highly qualified teachers, and building strong family engagement programs.

Schools must develop a targeted, strategic plan to improve student achievement using these specific funds.

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Componentes Clave y Objetivo del Título I

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Examples of Appropriate Use of Title I Funds

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Appropriate Uses & Activities

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Hiring additional reading or math specialists to lower class sizes

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Purchasing supplemental instructional materials and educational technology

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Offering targeted after-school or summer tutoring programs

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Funding specialized professional development for teachers to improve classroom instruction and student outcomes

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Use of Title I Funds - STH

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A specific portion of Title I funding is federally reserved to support Students in Temporary Housing (STH). These set-aside funds ensure homeless children and youth have equal access to the same free, appropriate public education as their peers.

Allowable Expenditures

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●School Supplies: Backpacks, notebooks, and laptops/tablets

●Support Services: Medical, dental, vision, and immunizations

●Academic Support: Tutoring, AP/SAT exam fees, and outreach

●Vital Documents: Birth certificates and required school records

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