A Title 1 School-wide Program

Winton Elementary School believes every child should have the opportunity to attain his/her full potential. We are committed to providing a quality educational program for all children. We believe that teamwork and collaboration between school and parents increases the quality and effectiveness of educating every child. We value our parents input and believe that a partnership between school and home is critical to provide the support children need to be successful. 

What is Title 1?                  

Title I is a national reading program funded through the federal government. Winton Elementary is a School-wide Title 1 school.  As a School-wide Title 1 School, we are able to receive additional training, resources programs, and staffing to benefit all reading and math groups, from below to above grade level.  School-wide programs do not have to identify particular children as eligible for services.  Having school-wide status helps us to assist all of our students and enhance our reading and math program as a whole.  This means any student, who could benefit from additional help using Title 1 resources, whether for a two week skill group or a year-long remediation plan, will receive the help needed.

How is the Title I program funded?

Funding for our program is based on the percentage of free and reduced lunches that our families apply for.  Ever application returned goes toward our funding, even if you choose not to participate in the program.  Therefore, it is ESSENTIAL that Winton families apply for the free and reduced lunch program at our school whether you qualify or not.   Forms are available online, at the front office and cafeteria.  In addition, you can request a form by phone to be sent home with your child.

Who are Title I students?

Through the Title 1 School-wide Program, Winton is better able to address the needs of all students, particularly those students who are struggling with reading and math.  Children who score below grade level on the Idaho Reading Indicator or on other state and district assessments and are referred by the classroom teacher qualify to receive Title I services.  Once these students are identified, the students are instructed in varies ways-small group instruction, in-class intervention, one-on-one, in varies areas of reading (phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, comprehension, and writing) and math (computation, fluency, problem solving) according to their needs and strengths.  The school uses effective scientifically-based researched curriculum and instructional strategies to meet the child’s needs.  Instruction is delivered by teachers and paraprofessionals who meet the highly qualified requirements set by No Child Left Behind.  All teachers and paraprofessionals in the position of delivering instruction at Winton Elementary are highly qualified.  Progress is closely monitored with staff members meeting regularly to review and discuss collected data.  This ensures that the instruction planned is meeting the needs of the child and promoting his/her academic success. 

Parent Involvement

Parent involvement is an important component of the Title I program.  There are many ways in which parents and the school can work together to support their children as they work towards becoming better readers.  At Winton, we help parents and children develop successful reading habits both in school and at home.  Parents have a right to be involved in the planning of their child’s education.  Winton encourages parents to be involved in these plans through volunteering in the classroom or programs, accessing resources and materials offered by staff, attending parent-teacher conferences, and attending family events planned throughout the school year like our Open House, Santa and a Book, and other events.  Working together we can promote a successful educational experience.  Please refer to our Parent Involvement Policy and Parent Compact for more information.

Our ultimate goal is to help children become confident readers that enjoy the many aspects of reading. Through a partnership with parents, we will support the efforts of the children we serve to become lifelong readers. 

 Statement of Purpose:

Winton Elementary School believes every child should have the opportunity to attain his/her full potential. We are committed to providing a quality educational program for all children. We believe that teamwork and collaboration between school and parents increases the quality and effectiveness of educating every child. We value our parents input and believe that a partnership between school and home is critical to provide the support children need to be successful.

This school-parent compact is in effect during the school year 2025-2026

Winton Elementary School and the parents of students participating in activities, services, and programs funded by Title 1, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), agree that this compact outlines how parents, Winton staff and students will share responsibility and develop a partnership which will support students in reaching or exceeding State achievement standards.

Student Responsibilities:

We, as students, understand that we need to do our best. We know our parents and teachers want to help us but we are the ones who have to do the work, so we will:

● Believe that we can learn and take on the responsibility of doing so.
● Be responsible for a great attitude and behavior.
● Be attentive to instruction and seek help when needed.
● Give work and school papers to our parents/caregivers.
● Complete our school and homework and read daily outside of school time.
● Make it easy to receive help from parents and teachers.

Parent Responsibilities:

We, as parents/caregivers, want our child to succeed. We will encourage him/her by supporting their learning the following way:

● Encourage positive attitudes about school and teachers.
● Support the school discipline policy and other policies.
● Make every effort to assure my child is at school on time every day.
● Encourage my child to get enough sleep and adequate nutrition.
● Establish a consistent schedule and location for study, homework and reading at home.
● Stay informed about what my child is learning in school and incorporate ways I can help augment it at home.
● Check my child’s backpack daily to be informed and organized about things going on at school.
● When possible participate in my child’s education through, volunteering, attending school functions and/or serving on committees.
● Communicate regularly and positively with school Staff and teachers.

School Responsibilities:

We, as educational professionals, understand the importance of the school experience for every student and our position as teachers and exemplars. We agree to:

● Be concerned and proactive with your child’s individual needs.
● Provide parents opportunities to volunteer and participate in their child’s school.
● Communicate with you about your child’s progress with quarterly progress and report cards.
● Motivate and encourage your child to practice academics at home.
● Hold parent/teacher conferences twice annually.
● Assure instruction is delivered by a highly qualified and caring staff, in a supportive and effective learning environment.
● Adequately empower your child to meet state academic achievement standards.
● Provide materials and/or ideas to enhance learning at home.

All teachers and support professionals are considered highly qualified in the instruction of Reading and Math; All contribute in the service of delivering a comprehensive and rigorous education, with individual and optimal student achievement as our vision. Services are integrated into a 3-Tier model that supports all students.

All teachers and support professionals are considered highly qualified in the instruction of Reading and Math; All contribute in the service of delivering a comprehensive and rigor and education, with individual and optimal student achievement as our vision. Services are integrated into a 3-Tier model that supports all students.

Our school goal for the school year 2025/26 is Winton grades kindergarten through 3rd grade will grow 5% on their Spring IRI assessment from Spring 2025 to Spring 2026.  Winton grades 3rd through 5th will grow 5% on both their reading and math ISAT assessments from Spring 2025 to Spring 2026.