Selinsgrove Area Intermediate School

Sandra Klebon

Title 1 Reading

Hello! I am Sandra Klebon, a Title 1 reading specialist.  Along with Mr. Fred Hooper (click to see Mr. Hooper's web page), I work with students in third, fourth, and fifth grades at the Intermediate School.  I also work with second grade students who will be temporarily at the Intermediate School this year while construction is being done at Selinsgrove Elementary.  So then, I will get to be in the same building EVERY day this year which is a first for me having traveled between several building over the years!

Many people are curious about our Title 1 Reading program and have many questions. Below, I have provided some answers to commonly asked questions about the Title 1 program.

Generally, what is Title 1?

Title 1 is a federally funded program which provides additional help and instruction for students who need assistance performing at grade level. These are children who aren't performing at their assigned grade level in reading. They will be provided with small group and/or individual instruction to work toward grade level proficiency. Our goal is to help each child achieve his or her fullest potential.

What do Title 1 teachers work on with the students?

The students are administered reading screenings (DIBELS http://dibels.uoregon.edu/) and various assessments at the beginning, middle, and end of the school year. These tests measure how well they can read and comprehend material.  If a student scores below grade level in these screenings and assessments, they may qualify for Title 1 reading services.

Title 1 teachers work closely with our students' regular classroom teachers. The students review what they are learning in their classrooms, as well as work on different skills and strategies to improve their reading abilities. Reading tutors also work with students individually on skills needing specific attention.

We use a variety of strategies to help our students in the Reading Lab. The Harcourt Intervention Resource Kit is a great supplemental reading program that parallels the students’ classroom reading program.  Also, additional supplemental literature is used to provide interesting and enjoyable reading practice while broadening students’ exposure to many authors and illustrators, various forms of literature, and different stories.  Also utilized is the Read Naturally program which focuses on improving fluency while providing interesting, non fiction stories.  We also have many skills games to reinforce and practice skills.  In addition, I have many lessons centered on developing good study and test taking skills.

What can parents and children do at home?

• Set aside time EVERY DAY to read
• Be a good role model - have your child see you reading also
• Write with your child
• Select a set time and place for homework
• Play learning games/use reading flash cards
• Read the newspaper - use the newspaper for many activities
• Ask questions and discuss experiences
• Have regular trips to the library
• Limit TV time
• Be actively involved with and informed about your child's education by reading newsletters and other information your child brings home from school

***You can contact me by email at sklebon@seal-pa.org  OR phone - at the SAIS office: (570)372-2270

Thank you for stopping by - Have a great day!

Miss Klebon