Tropic Isles named Title 1 Distinguished School
Once again, a Lee County public school has been honored by the Florida Department of Education as a Title I Distinguished School.
Tropic Isles Elementary School has been honored for sustained academic achievement for the last two years and for closing the achievement gap in reading and math proficiency for students participating in the Free & Reduced Lunch program and between white and Hispanic students (a No Child Left Behind sub-group.)
Tropic Isles Elementary is one of only 17 Title I Schools so honored in Florida; there are 1,391 Title I schools in the state.
“I am very proud of the work being done at Tropic Isles Elementary,” said Dr. James Browder, Superintendent of Schools in a prepared statement. “The school has set itself as a model for all schools from winning the Governor’s Sterling Award to being a top Title I school; I couldn’t be prouder of all they’ve accomplished and continue to accomplish.”
The U.S. Department of Education, along with the National Association of State Title I Directors provides an opportunity for states to honor schools that have shown exceptional results from sustaining student achievement. To be considered a Title I Distinguished School, strength must be demonstrated in the following areas:
– Opportunity for all children to meet proficient and advanced levels of academic performance;
– Strong professional development;
– Coordination with other programs;
– Curriculum and instruction to support achievement at high standards;
– Partnerships among schools, parents and communities.
Source: Lee County Schools