Four Oaks Middle School receives Title 1 funding from the US Department of Education to provide additional resources to students from low-income families. The funding is used to offer smaller class sizes, specialized instructional support, classroom technology and resources. Curriculum is based on the North Carolina Essential Standards and assessments include quarterly exams and annual standardized tests to monitor student progress. Parents are encouraged to participate in school activities and communicate with teachers through the school website. The presentation aims to inform parents about how Title 1 funding benefits students at Four Oaks Middle School.

1. Four Oaks Middle School
Title 1 Presentation
2013 – 2014 School Year
Presented August 22, 2013

2. What is Title 1?
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US Department of Education: SEC. 1001. STATEMENT OF Title 1
PURPOSE
The purpose of Title 1 is to ensure that all
children have a fair, equal, and significant
opportunity to obtain a high-quality education
and reach, at a minimum, proficiency on
challenging State academic achievement
standards and state academic assessments.
Schools are designated as “Title 1” based on documented financial need.

3. Title 1 at FOMS
 Title 1 Funds at Four Oaks Middle School
are utilized to provide students with:
 Technology
 Specialized Instructional Support
 Smaller Class Sizes
 Classroom Resources

4. FOMS Curriculum
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Classroom instruction at Four Oaks Middle School is
based on the North Carolina Essential Standards as
outlined by the North Carolina Department of Public
Instruction.
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Additional classroom resources, such as computers and
Smart Boards, are utilized in the implementation of the
North Carolina Essential Standards through Title 1
funds.

5. Academic Assessments
Student understanding is monitored through a
variety of methods that include both formal and
informal assessments. These assessments are
the catalyst that drive individualized instruction.
North Carolina Standardized Tests are given near the completion of the
school year while more frequent Quarterly Assessments provide a
framework for adjusting instructional practices throughout the year.
 Traditional classroom tests and quizzes are administered periodically
throughout the school year.
 Teachers maximize classroom instruction by informally assessing student
understanding and achievement daily.
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6. Due to the development and
implementation of the North Carolina
Essential Standards and the new
testing model, Four Oaks Middle
School does not have 2012-2013
Testing Results to share at this time.

7. 2013-2014 Parent Activities
There are many opportunities for parents to be
involved at Four Oaks Middle School.
Examples include but are not limited to:
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Open House / Student – Led Conferences
PTA Activities
Sporting Events
Choral and Band Concerts

8. FOMS Web Page
The Four Oaks Middle School web page has been
developed to provide parents and students with
information about FOMS events and resources.
Teacher and Administrator email addresses
are available on the web site to encourage
communication.
The Four Oaks Middle School Improvement Plan and other
informative documents about, as well as links to, FOMS,
Johnston County Schools, and North Carolina Public
Schools are included on the page.

9. The students, faculty, and staff of Four Oaks
Middle School need you!
Please take the time to share any thoughts
you might have on improving the
educational opportunities for our students.
Email any staff member through the Four
Oaks Middle School web site with ideas or
suggestions.

10. Thank You
Let’s have a great school year!