Policies and Procedures Handbook |
Last Updated: 4/01/2005 |
Garrett County Public Schools 40 South Second Street Oakland, MD 21550 (301)334-8900 |
TITLE I SUPPLEMENTAL EDUCATIONAL SERVICES
Board Policy
With the reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), commonly known as "No Child Left Behind," which became law on January 8, 2002, students in Garrett County attending Title I schools designated as in school improvement status (Year II, corrective action, or restructuring) by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) will be provided with the opportunity to receive supplemental educational services drawn from a list of MSDE-approved vendors. If the Public Schools lacks the capacity to provide the supplemental services option to all students attending a Title I school identified as in School Improvement, Year 2, status, or beyond, as defined above, then the supplemental services option will be offered on an equitable basis in accordance with the specific provisions of the federal law. In exercising equitable options for students to receive supplemental services, the Board will give priority consideration to the lowest-achieving students from low-income families, as determined by eligibility for the federal free and reduced meal program.
School improvement status will be determined by whether a school makes Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) on the Maryland School Assessment. This is how the Maryland State Department of Education tracks academic performance and makes accountability decisions. Schools, school systems, and the state must show that students are making AYP in reading, math, and attendance. In addition to student achievement in the aggregate, AYP must be made among identified subgroups: students receiving special education services and economically disadvantaged students. Annual performance standards or Annual Measurable Objectives (AMO) are set by MSDE. Student performance is classified as basic, proficient, and advanced. By 2014, all students must meet the proficiency standard in reading and math. A school that does not make AYP in one or more categories for three consecutive years is classified by MSDE to be in School Improvement, Year II, status. The school remains in school improvement status until it makes AYP for two consecutive years.
The superintendent will develop appropriate administrative procedures to ensure full compliance with the supplemental services provision mandated under the "No Child Left Behind" legislation.
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