Solen Public School District 3

The annual Title I meeting included welcomes and introductions by the superintendent and administrative team. Discussions covered academic initiatives and interventions to increase attendance, engagement, and academic achievement. Information was shared about Title I, parent involvement, the Indian Parent Advisory Committee, and school-parent compacts. Families were notified of resources such as the ND Insights dashboard, Dispute Resolution Policy, and Parent Right to Know letter. The meeting concluded with thanks to attendees and an invitation to share a meal with school staff and stakeholders.

The school board convened to discuss whether Tomi Kay should be placed on administrative leave. A motion was made and carried to ensure Tomi Kay would remain physically present in the building until the end of her contract.

The annual Title I meeting included a welcome and introductions, a review of Title I and its purpose to provide equitable education, and a discussion of the Comprehensive Needs Assessment (CNA) to identify and prioritize student needs for effective Title I programming. Building principals shared how Title I funds have been used for strategic plan initiatives and future planning based on the CNA and districtwide strategic priorities. The importance of parent involvement was emphasized, with reminders about available resources and encouragement for continued participation and feedback.

The comprehensive needs assessment for Solen Public School District #3 focuses on identifying and prioritizing the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional strengths and challenges of students, particularly those from low-income families, to inform the development of effective Title I programming. Key priorities include increasing proficiency in reading and math, enhancing early childhood education, engaging families, and providing support for safe and healthy behaviors. The assessment guides the strategic allocation of Title I resources to address pressing needs and improve student outcomes, with consideration of school board goals, district-wide strategic priorities, and the ND PK-12 Education Strategic Vision Framework.

The Solen Public School District's Title I plan aims to improve student proficiency in reading and math, and increase the number of graduates who are choice-ready. The plan focuses on student achievement, stakeholder engagement, and culture and climate. It includes data-driven instruction, MTSS processes, leadership development, family involvement, safe behaviors, SEL programming, trauma-focused partnerships, and career exploration. The plan also addresses early childhood education, reading proficiency, student engagement, and reducing achievement disparities for students with disabilities, students in poverty and Native American students.