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EDISON IS A TITLE I SCHOOL. WHAT DOES THAT MEAN?

Title I is a federal program that provides money to schools and districts to help us make sure all children have equal access to high-quality education, and to meet our state’s educational standards. Title I status is based on the number of students in our school from low income families. Our school is a schoolwide Title I program, which means all our students are able to benefit from the services we provide with our Title I funding. We are required to use Title I funding to improve the educational achievement of all students and engage our families in that process. School staff members work, with input from parents and the community, to develop a School Improvement Plan. The purpose of this plan is to improve our school’s entire educational program.

Family Engagement Plan

Parents/caregivers play an important role in the academic success of our students. We want to partner with you to help all our students in achieve their academic goals.

Title I Family School Compact                                                              Family Engagement Plan 2023-24

Here are several ways to be involved:

  • Attend parent teacher conferences.
    • Tuesday, October 15, 4-8PM and Wednesday, October 16, 8AM-12PM
    • Friday, February 14
    • Mid-quarter progress reports will be available on Parent Portal
    • Report cards are mailed home at the end of each quarter.
      •   Quarter 1: Ends November 4
      •   Quarter 2: Ends January 23
      •   Quarter 3: Ends March 27
      •   Quarter 4: Ends June 6
  • Attend parent/caregiver meetings. Language support and childcare provided. Topics may include:
    • Graduation requirements, course choice, advanced academics, preparing for post-secondary and college options.
    • State of the School
    • FAFSA/DREAM ACT Workshops
  • Join Edison’s Activity Council
    • EAC coordinates fundraisers to support Edison sports, clubs, and activities.
    • Collaborate with school to increase student participation.
    • Meetings are the third Monday of every month at 6:00 p.m. in room 104.
    • To learn more visit: http://edison.mpls.k12.mn.us/edison_activity_council
  •  Become a volunteer.
    • All potential volunteers must complete an online application, a criminal background check and review the online orientation and agree to MPS volunteer expectations.
    • To learn about volunteer opportunities, contact Tina Moreno at Christina.moreno@mpls.k12.mn.us
  • Attend Edison site council meetings.
    • Site council supports the mission of Edison High School and ensures the inclusive representation in decision making in, but not limited to:
      • Staff development, instructional leadership, budget, and staffing
    • Site council meetings are held on the third Thursday of the month at 5:30-7:30PM (in-person, room 104 in November, February, and May)(online Google Meet in October, January, and April)
  • Participate in various parent involvement opportunities, such as:
    • Open houses
    • Cultural school events/performances
    • Athletic games
    • Band and choir concerts
    • Theater productions
  • Here are some ways to stay informed:
    •  Keep the school informed of your updated contact information for Edison reaches out to parents via mail, email, and phone calls.
    • Contact information includes address, phone number(s), email, and emergency contacts.
    •  Attend the State of the School and Title 1 meetings.
    • Sign up for parent portal.
      • This is a great online tool for you to have access to your student’s grades, homework assignments, attendance, transcripts, etc.
      • Here is the link to get started:  Parent Portal
    • Visit our school website for up-to-date stories and information: http://edison.mpls.k12.mn.us/
    • Like us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/mps.Edison.Tommies
    • Follow us on Twitter  https://twitter.com/mps_edison   
  • Helpful information for parents:
  • Breakfast and lunch are FREE for all students. Families must still complete the MPS Application for Educational Benefits. To request a paper application, contact the main office at 612-668-1300
  • To report a student absence, contact the attendance office at 612-668-1311
  • Career and College Center helps with completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)/DREAM ACT. Visit the school website or contact Nora Guerin at 612-668-1370 for more information.
  • Edison welcomes parents/guardians to visit the school to check on their student’s academic progress. We strongly encourage parents/guardians to prearrange all visits and meetings to ensure staff availability. Classroom visits must be scheduled through student’s assistant principal and require additional clearances.

For more information on parent involvement opportunities and/or to provide feedback, contact Student and Family Advocates:

Christie Roiz-Guevara at Christie.roiz-guevara@mpls.k12.mn.us 612-668-1307

Mohamed Ismail at mohamed.ismail@mpls.k12.mn.us.us 612-668-1413