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Teaching & Learning

Welcome to the Teaching & Learning Department

Welcome to the Teaching and Learning Department! We are dedicated to equipping every classroom and empowering every student. By bridging academic excellence with social-emotional support, we ensure all K-12 learners have the tools to thrive. Our team oversees and coordinates the following programs and services:

  • Title Program (District)
  • Continuous Improvement Plans
  • Curricular Offerings
  • Instructional Supports
  • Assessment Initiatives
  • Gifted Program
  • Positive Behavior Intervention & Supports
  • Multi-Tiered Systems of Support
  • Resident Educator Program
  • Career & Technical Education Services
  • Professional Development

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    Title I Program

    Title I, Part A, is a federal program under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) that provides supplemental funding to school districts. The goal of Title I is to ensure that all children have a fair, equal, and significant opportunity to obtain a high-quality education and reach proficiency on challenging state academic standards. Our district utilizes Title I funds to support schools with higher percentages of students from low-income families. These resources help us bridge educational gaps by providing:

    • Supplemental Instruction: Additional academic support, interventions, and tutoring in core subjects like reading and mathematics.
    • Highly Qualified Staff: Professional development and specialized training for teachers and instructional aides to implement evidence-based teaching strategies.
    • Instructional Materials: Up-to-date technology, specialized software, and classroom learning resources that extend beyond standard district provisions.
    • Family Engagement: Resources and programs designed to build strong school-home partnerships and empower parents to support their child's learning.

    Parent and Family Engagement

    We believe that student success is a shared responsibility between the school and the home. Under Title I regulations, parents and family members have the right to be involved in the planning, review, and improvement of our Title I programs. Each Title I school maintains a written Parent and Family Engagement Policy and a School-Parent Compact that outlines how parents, staff, and students will share the responsibility for improved academic achievement.

    Parents' Right-to-Know: Under federal law, parents of students attending Title I schools may request information regarding the professional qualifications of their child’s classroom teachers and paraprofessionals. Please contact your school principal for details.

    For more information about Title I programs, school eligibility, or how to get involved, please contact Taryn Miley at tarynmiley@springfield-schools.org.

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    Helping Children Learn, Grades K-5 Newsletters

    To help bridge the gap between school and home, we are thrilled to introduce a resource for our families: the Helping Children Learn monthly newsletter. Packed with proven, evidence-based ideas, this monthly guide delivers practical advice you can put into action right away—even on your busiest days.

    What’s Inside Every Issue?

    Each month (September through May), the newsletter will focus on quick, actionable strategies to help your child thrive, including:

    • Academic Boosters: Easy ways to build reading, language, and math skills through everyday routines.
    • Success Habits: Tips for establishing effective study habits and promoting regular school attendance.
    • Character & Growth: Guidance on helping your child develop persistence, resilience, goal-setting skills, and an enthusiasm for learning.
    • Life Skills: Practical advice for instilling respect for rules, authority, and others.

    A Strong School-Home Connection

    We believe that education is a true partnership. The Helping Children Learn newsletter is our way of giving you the tools to comfortably and confidently support your child's learning journey at home.


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    Helping Children Learn meets the Title I requirements to conduct family outreach.

    Attendance

    At Springfield Local Schools, we believe that every student brings something unique and valuable to our classrooms. When your child is here, our school community is complete. Regular school attendance is one of the most powerful predictors of a student's success—not just academically, but socially and emotionally too.

    Why Attendance Matters from PK through Grade 12

    Attendance isn't just a high school issue; building strong habits starts on day one of preschool.

    • Early Milestones (PK–3): In the early grades, students are learning to read. Missing just two days a month can make it significantly harder for a child to hit critical reading milestones by the end of third grade.
    • The Middle Years (4–8): As academics become more specialized, missing days makes it easy to fall behind in subjects like math and science. Attendance in middle school is also a key indicator of whether a student will stay on track to graduate high school.
    • High School & Beyond (9–12): Every class period counts toward earning graduation credits. Consistent attendance prepares students for the realities of college, trade schools, and the workforce.

    Understanding Ohio’s Attendance Laws

    In Ohio, school attendance is tracked by hours rather than days to ensure students don't miss crucial instructional time.

    What is Chronic Absenteeism? Under Ohio law, a student is considered "chronically absent" if they miss 10% or more of the school year for any reason—whether the absences are excused (like a doctor's note) or unexcused. That adds up to just 2 days a month or about 18 days across the whole school year.

    Missing too many hours triggers state-mandated support steps. Our goal is never to punish; it is always to partner with you to get your child back on track before they fall behind.

    We Are Here to Support You

    We know that life happens. Reliable transportation, health challenges, and family emergencies can all create barriers to getting to school. If your family is struggling with school attendance, please reach out to us. Your child's teacher, school counselor, or principal can work with you to find solutions, connect you with community resources, and build a plan to support your student. Let’s work together to make this school year a success!

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