Support Services

Title I

Title I is a federally funded grant available to schools through the No Child Left Behind Act to provide support in reading and math, extra help for students during Main Lesson, tutoring for students, an after school homework club, summer school, and more.  The Village School receives funding for its School Wide Title I Program based on the number of children who qualify for free or reduced lunches.  The funds are used to hire teaching staff including a half-time Title I Coordinator and three Instructional Assistants who work with struggling learners in grades one through five.  A School Wide planning committee that includes the Administrator, Board members, teachers and parents has set goals for school improvement in the area of writing, reading, mathematics and science.  Professional development for teachers, improved student conduct, and extended learning opportunities for students are other areas that are supported by the Title I program funding.  Parents have annual opportunities to inform the school improvement process by giving feedback to the School during the fall when the school administration surveys parents, students and staff to gather input regarding progress toward the School’s goals as stated in the School Improvement Plan.

Special Education and Students with Disabilities

A District staffed Learning Center is located on site to serve students who have special learning challenges.  Both state and federal law require schools to provide an appropriate education for students who have disabilities (Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act).  The School in partnership with the District will make reasonable accommodations and modifications for any student who has a disability.  Some students with disabilities may require reasonable accommodations or modifications in order to participate fully in the regular educational program while others may require a special education placement.  Students with disabilities, or their parents, may contact their classroom teacher, a counselor, or the School Administrator if they believe accommodations or modifications need to be made or if they would like eligibility for Special Education Services.

Testing

The Village School is a public school, and therefore participates in all mandatory national, state, and District level testing.  Parents will be notified in advance of testing through the Village Voice newsletter or communications from their child’s teacher.

After School Care

Kindergarten extended care is available Monday through Thursday between 11:45 AM and 2:30 PM.  Beginning at 2:30 PM after school care is provided by Eugene Creative Care in the cafeteria. To register, contact Creative Care at 683-7291.