Fulton County School District

The meeting focused on the development and review of the school-parent compact and the parent and family engagement plan as part of Title I requirements. Key discussion topics included academic goals measured by iReady and Georgia Milestones assessments, the school's instructional focus on literacy and mathematics, and the importance of data-driven instruction. The presentation emphasized the collaborative roles of parents, teachers, and students in improving academic outcomes, including the use of school-provided resources, attending workshops, and maintaining consistent communication between home and school.

The meeting provided an overview of the Title I federal program and its role in supporting academic standards. Participants reviewed previous survey results, the school improvement plan, and school-parent compacts for various grade levels. Discussions included strategies for parent engagement, the allocation of the Title I budget toward staffing and instructional materials, and the use of the virtual parent resource center. Attendees provided input on communication methods, future workshops, and ways to strengthen the home-school connection.

The meeting provided important updates regarding COVID-19 safety and reporting protocols, as well as procedures for requesting learning hardship forms. The administration detailed specific attendance expectations for both face-to-face and remote instruction. Key topics included the necessity of following formal processes for changing learning environments, the requirements for student punctuality, and the criteria for being marked present during remote instruction, such as full engagement and completion of assigned tasks.

The meeting provided detailed information regarding the Phase 1 Re-Opening plan, which allows for optional, in-person instructional sessions for Pre-K through second grade students. Key discussion topics included operational logistics such as scheduling, transportation, and health and safety protocols like mandatory mask-wearing and temperature checks. Additionally, the meeting covered ongoing food distribution services, the importance of connecting to the parent portal for grade management, and various communication resources available to families, including digital newsletters, communication apps, and online instructional videos.

The meeting provided an overview of the school's status as a Title I program and detailed the utilization of federal funds to support academic goals. Discussion topics included the school's curriculum and standard mastery framework, the implementation of instructional support strategies for literacy and mathematics, and the use of specific educational assessment tools. Additionally, the presentation covered performance benchmarks, the provision of after-school tutorials, and the importance of active parental involvement in supporting student learning at home.