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Title 1 Compact

School-Parent-Student Title I Compact

Learn, Love, and Lead

Our Shared Commitment

Sunset Park Elementary School, the families of students participating in Title I, Part A programs, and our students agree that student success is a shared responsibility.

This compact outlines how school staff, families, and students will work together to support academic achievement, positive behavior, regular attendance, and student leadership so that every Yearling has the opportunity to meet or exceed Colorado Academic Standards.

 

SUNSET PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL WILL:

Provide High-Quality Curriculum & Instruction

We are committed to providing a safe, supportive, engaging, and effective learning environment for every Yearling. Sunset Park will:

  • Provide high-quality, standards-aligned instruction in reading, writing, math, science, and social studies.
  • Provide daily Leader in Me leadership lessons that help students develop leadership skills, set goals, take responsibility, and build positive habits.
  • Use Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) to teach, recognize, and reinforce positive behavior.
  • Establish consistent routines, procedures, and expectations for academic achievement and behavior.
  • Provide targeted small-group instruction and interventions based on individual student needs.
  • Use ongoing assessments and student data to monitor growth, identify areas of need, and adjust instruction.
  • Provide ongoing professional development and collaboration opportunities for staff to strengthen instruction and meet the needs of all learners.
  • Encourage students to set academic and leadership goals and monitor their progress.

Partner & Communicate with Families

Sunset Park will:

  • Use SchoolStatus as our primary communication platform for schoolwide and classroom communication, including important announcements, reminders, updates, and information from teachers.
  • Provide opportunities for families to attend Open House/Title I Night, parent-teacher conferences, Student-Led Conferences, family engagement events, and school activities.
  • Provide families with regular information regarding their child's academic progress, assessment results, attendance, and behavior.
  • Provide access to student information through district communication systems and Parent Portal.
  • Contact families to celebrate student successes and discuss concerns when they arise.
  • Provide opportunities for families to schedule meetings with teachers, interventionists, support staff, and administration.
  • Provide regular and timely communication between home and school.
  • Invite families to provide feedback on our Title I program, School-Parent Compact, and Family Engagement Plan.
  • Provide opportunities for parents and families to volunteer and participate in school activities in accordance with district volunteer procedures.

 

PARENT/FAMILY RESPONSIBILITIES

As parents and families, we will support our child's success by:

  • Making regular and on-time attendance a priority.
  • Supporting reading, homework, and learning activities at home.
  • Encouraging our child to work toward their academic and leadership goals.
  • Staying informed about our child's academic progress, attendance, and behavior.
  • Regularly checking SchoolStatus for schoolwide and classroom communication, announcements, reminders, and updates.
  • Reading school and district communications and responding when needed.
  • Attending conferences, family nights, school events, and meetings concerning our child whenever possible.
  • Communicating questions or concerns with teachers and school staff.
  • Supporting school expectations, procedures, and positive behavior.
  • Encouraging our child to practice the Leader in Me habits at school, at home, and in the community.
  • Treating students, staff, and other families with kindness, care, and respect.

 

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

As Yearlings, we will take responsibility for our learning and leadership by:

  • Coming to school every day, on time, prepared, and ready to learn.
  • Giving our best effort in reading, writing, math, and all areas of learning.
  • Participating in Leader in Me lessons and using what we learn throughout the school day.
  • Setting personal academic and leadership goals and working toward them.
  • Completing assignments and asking for help when needed.
  • Following school and classroom expectations.
  • Being respectful, responsible, safe, and kind.
  • Taking responsibility for our choices and learning from our mistakes.
  • Sharing important school information with our families.
  • Being a leader and helping make Sunset Park a positive place to Learn, Love, and Lead.

 

TITLE I PROGRAM & FAMILY PARTNERSHIP

As a Title I school, Sunset Park Elementary School will:

  • Inform families about the purpose and goals of Title I and how Title I resources are used to support students.
  • Provide information about curriculum, academic assessments, student progress, and grade-level expectations.
  • Involve families in the planning, review, and improvement of our Title I program and Family Engagement Plan.
  • Provide opportunities for families to give feedback, make suggestions, and ask questions.
  • Respond to parent and family questions and concerns in a timely manner.
  • Help families understand academic assessments, student progress, Title I requirements, and ways to support learning at home.
  • Provide families opportunities to participate in decisions regarding their child's education.
  • Work together with families to continuously improve student achievement and ensure every Yearling has the opportunity to succeed.

 

OUR COMMITMENT

Together, Sunset Park staff, families, and students will create a strong partnership focused on achievement, attendance, leadership, and belonging.

When school and home work together, our Yearlings can Learn, Love, and Lead!