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GPS Title I Family and Community Engagement
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A key component of an effective Title I School Program is increasing Parent and Community Engagement in the education of children. Research has shown that students who have the support of their families are more successful in school and ultimately more prepared for college and career upon graduation. Families are encouraged to participate in school activities, share their ideas and attend Title I meetings.
Please complete the free and reduced meal application each year for your student!
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Complete the short meal application today to support school funding and ensure qualifying student(s) receive benefits including:
- P-EBT Benefits
- School Funding: Maintains funding for student programs and services.
- Academic Tests: Reduced registration fees for AP, SAT and/or ACT tests.
- Athletics: Free or discounted fees to participate in most sports.
- College Application Fees: Discounted rates on fees associated with applying for college.
- Internet Access: Eligible for discounted rates on internet services.
- School Meals: Free or reduced prices on delicious and nutritious meals.
- Summer School, and more!
Fill out the online meal application today and get started!
Federal & State Grant Program Contacts
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- Cheryl Pollack-Neuser

- Tammie Borden

- Greg Reid

- Karla Bailey

- Phyllis Lopat
Family Resources
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- Gilbert Public Schools - Free & Reduced Lunch Application
- Arizona Department of Education - Title I
- Gilbert Public Schools Parent University
- U.S. Department of Education - Every Student Succeeds Act
- Gilbert Public Schools - K-12 Prevention Resources
- U.S. Department of Education McKinney Vento Program (Education for Homeless Children and Youths)
GPS Parent University Online Resources for Families
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Child Crisis Arizona - Online Trainings
View these free trainings about topics such as water safety, child development, managing stress & trauma. A certificate of completion will be awarded after training is completed.
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The 7 Cs: The Essential Building Blocks of Resilience – FosteringResilience.com
Young people live up or down to expectations we set for them. They need adults who believe in them unconditionally and hold them to the high expectations of being compassionate, generous, and creative.
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Seven Tips for Practicing Positive Discipline – pbs.org
Read about seven tips that will set you on the path to better behavior—and a stronger, more peaceful connection with your child.
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Child Developmental Milestones by Age – cdc.gov
Children reach milestones in how they play, learn, speak, act, and move. View the milestones based on the age of your child, view resources, and developmental information.
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12 Tips for Raising Confident Kids – pbs.org
Read about how to implement these 12 easy tips for raising confident kids!
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Parents Guide to Teenagers and Sleep – ChildMind.org
Adolescents are notoriously sleep-deprived, because of a combination of biology, technology and the demands of school and extra-curricular activities. This guide outlines how lack of sleep can affect teenagers, and how parents can help them build more sleep into their lives.
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A Grown-up's Guide to Using Technology with Young Children – English and Spanish (pdf)
A helpful online pdf guide for families using technology with young children.
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Common Sense Media Resources – CommonSenseMedia.org
Know you're making the best possible choices for your kids. Since 2003, Common Sense has been the leading independent source for media recommendations and advice for families.
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Parents Guide to ADHD – ChildMind.org
Children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) find it unusually difficult to concentrate on tasks, to pay attention, to sit still, and to control impulsive behavior. This guide offers parents the information you need to understand the behaviors associated with the disorder and make effective decisions for your child about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
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Talking to Teens about E-Cigarettes – e-cigarettes.surgeongeneral.gov (pdf)
Talk with Your Teen About E-cigarettes: A Tip Sheet for Parents
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Tip Sheets on Difficult Topics – WingedHope.org
Winged Hope Tip Sheets provide victims, survivors, families, and the agencies who serve them, with resources, stats/data/tips related to their family advocacy programs.
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Talking to Children about Shootings – nctsn.org
Provides information on how to talk to children about mass shootings. This tip sheet describes ways to talk to children about mass violence events that involve a shooting. It gives tips about how to start the conversation, common reactions children may have, and how to seek help if needed.
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Helping Children with Grief Caregiver Resources – nctsn.org
Describes how school-age children may feel when struggling with the death of someone close and offers tips on what caregivers can do to help.