Learning Assistance Program

LAP offers supplemental services for K–12 students scoring below grade-level standard in English language arts (ELA) and mathematics. These services focus on accelerating student growth to make progress towards grade level. They may include academic readiness skill development or behavior supports. These services address barriers preventing students from accessing core instruction. The intent is for LAP students to increase academic growth during the period of time they are provided services. LAP emphasizes research-based best practices designed to increase student achievement.

More information on these programs can be found at the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction for Washington State website for Title I / Learning Assistance Program (LAP). To contact Student Support Services regarding Title I or LAP Programs, call 253-373-7235.

We Encourage Families to Get Involved

The Learning Assistance Program (LAP) encourages family engagement in a variety of ways.

Sign and return the school compact/agreement.
Participate with the school planning team on the building plan.
Attend school conferences.
Volunteer in school or assist students at home.
Participate in the Kent School District Parent Advisory Committee.
Attend the State Title I/LAP conference.
Communicate with School Staff.

Engagement is a Shared Responsibility

The Kent School Board believes family engagement is a shared responsibility in which schools and other community agencies and organizations are committed to reaching out to engage families in meaningful ways and in which families are committed to actively supporting their children’s learning and development.

It is the policy of the Kent School District Board of Directors to ensure family engagement in our schools and in school governance and to support family engagement in education at home and in our community.

Parent involvement and family engagement efforts in the Kent School District will be comprehensive, coordinated, systemic, and sustainable.