Title I Information

9/07/25

Dear Parents:

Our school has been identified as an official Title I school. Rushton qualifies for this federal program, which provides extra math and reading support for students by a formula based on the percentage of students who qualify to receive free or reduced lunch benefits in the school.

Because we qualify for these special resources, the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) requires us to meet specific criteria referred to as Annual Measurable Objectives (AMO) as defined by the state of Kansas and determined by a formula that considers:

●     The performance of third through sixth grade students on the Kansas math assessment

●     The performance of third through sixth grade students on the Kansas reading assessment

Federal guidelines mandate that Title I schools provide parents the right to know. As a parent you have the right to know:

●     The qualifications of your child's classroom teacher, such as:

o      Whether or not the teacher is certified in Kansas

o      Whether the certification is emergency or provisionary

o      The teacher’s college major and if he/she has advance degrees

o      Whether aides or paraprofessionals are providing services to your child and, if so, his/her qualifications

●     How your child performed on the Kansas reading and math assessments

I will be able to share with you information regarding your child’s performance on the state assessment after they are verified by the state. Information about our staff credentials and our test scores are public information and will be listed in our state report card.

Thank you for your continued support of our school. Together we can make a very positive difference for your child. We are working hard to provide the best possible education for your family. Please call the school and set a time to meet with your child's teacher or me if you have questions at any time during the school year.

Respectfully yours,

Kristy Fornal

 

Rushton Elementary

Mission: At Rushton, we provide a safe, inclusive, positive school environment to ensure all students learn at high levels. Commit to G.R.I.T.!

Vision: Rushton commits to becoming the pillar of the North feeder pattern by providing an engaging, safe, inclusive, and loving environment in which we collaborate around the whole child to ensure high levels of student success.

As the Teacher – I will strive to:

●     Believe that each student can and will learn.

●     Provide open lines of communication with parents and students.

●     Monitor student progress in reading and math,

●     Differentiate instruction based on the needs of all students.

●     Respect and value the uniqueness of each child and his or her family.

●     Provide quality assessments that measure student learning.

●     Demonstrate Professional behavior and a positive attitude.

As a Parent – I will strive to:

●     Believe that my child can and will learn.

●     Show respect and support for my child, the staff, and the school community.

●     See that my child attends regularly and is on time.

●     Will communicate regularly with my child’s teacher and attend Parent Teacher Conferences.

●     Support the school in developing positive behavior skills in my child.

●     Help my child see how to use reading and math to pursue his/her interests and apply all learning to daily life.

As a Student – I will strive to:

-       Believe that I can and will learn.

-       Let my teacher and family know if I need help.

-       Show respect for myself, my school, and others.

-       Work to resolve problems in a positive way.

-       Always try my best in work and behavior.

Student:   Parent:                

Teacher:                             Principal:               

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Rushton Elementary School

Misión: En Rushton proporcionamos un entorno escolar seguro, inclusivo y positivo para garantizar que todos los estudiantes aprendan a altos niveles. ¡Comprométete con G.R.I.T.!

Visión: Rushton se compromete a convertirse en el pilar del área de North al proporcionar un entorno atractivo, seguro, inclusivo y de cuidado para los niños en el que colaboramos para garantizar altos niveles de éxito estudiantil.

Como Maestro, me esforzaré por:

●     Yo sé que cada estudiante puede aprender y lo hará.

●     Proporcionar líneas abiertas de comunicación con los padres y los estudiantes.

●     Monitorear el progreso de los estudiantes en lectura y matemáticas,

●     Diferenciar la instrucción en función de las necesidades de todos los estudiantes.

●     Respetar y valorar la singularidad de cada niño y su familia.

●     Proporcionar evaluaciones de calidad que midan el aprendizaje de los estudiantes.

●     Demostrar un comportamiento profesional y una actitud positiva.

Como padre, me esforzaré por:

●     Yo sé que mi hijo puede aprender y lo hará.

●     Mostrar respeto y apoyo a mi hijo, al personal y a la comunidad escolar.

●     Ver que mi hijo asista regularmente y llegue a tiempo.

●     Me comunicaré regularmente con el maestro de mi hijo y asistirá a las conferencias de padres y maestros.

●     Apoyar a la escuela en el desarrollo de habilidades de comportamiento positivo en mi hijo.

●     Ayudar a mi hijo a ver cómo usar la lectura y las matemáticas para perseguir sus intereses y aplicar todo lo aprendido en la vida diaria.

Como estudiante, me esforzaré por:

●     Yo sé que puedo aprender y lo haré.

●     Dejar saber a mi maestro y a mi familia si necesito ayuda.

●     Mostrar respeto por mí mismo, por mi escuela y por los demás.

●     Esforzarme por resolver los problemas de manera positiva.

●     Siempre hacer lo mejor que pueda en el trabajo y el comportamiento.

 

Estudiante:                            Padre:                  

Maestro/a:                            Principal: