Title I
Title I at North Coventry Elementary School
North Coventry Elementary School is proud to be a Title I school. Title I is a federally funded supplemental education program designed to provide additional support and resources to help all students succeed. Title I funding helps improve educational opportunities by ensuring students meet Pennsylvania’s academic standards, with a focus on reading, language arts, and mathematics.
Title I services are supplemental, meaning they are provided in addition to regular classroom instruction. Supports may include small-group instruction, targeted interventions, and specialized resources to help students strengthen skills and build confidence.
Recognitions & Achievements
North Coventry Elementary has been recognized at both the state and national levels for excellence:
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2016–2017:
Received the federal recognition of “High Progress,” identifying North Coventry as one of the top 5% of Title I schools in Pennsylvania for student progress. -
2018–2019:
Earned the federal recognition of “High Achievement,” placing the school among the top 5% of Title I schools in the state for student achievement. -
2018–2019:
Recognized as a National ESEA Distinguished School, one of only two schools in Pennsylvania selected. North Coventry was honored at the National ESEA Conference in Kansas City, Missouri in January 2019.
These honors reflect our commitment to high-quality instruction, strong partnerships with families, and continuous improvement.
Title I Support Staff
Math Specialists
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Mrs. Emily O'Connell — eoconnell@ojrsd.net
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Mrs. Betsy Palumbo — epalumbo@ojrsd.net
Reading Specialists
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Mrs. Carly Youngblood — cyoungblood@ojrsd.net
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Mrs. Susan Buettler — sbuettler@ojrsd.net
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Mrs. Elizabeth Carr — ecarr@ojrsd.net
Family Engagement & Team Meetings
North Coventry values strong partnerships with families. Each fall, we host a Math and Reading Family Meeting to support parent engagement and student success.
Meeting Topics Include:
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What is Title I?
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Review of Parent & Family Engagement regulations
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Assessments and screenings used to determine student eligibility
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The Home–School Compact: How families and the school work together to support students
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Practical tips and strategies for supporting math and reading at home
Families are encouraged to attend and participate—your involvement plays an important role in your child’s success!
