Federal Programs Director

Title I, Part A -- Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged 

• Title I is the largest federal aid to education program in the country.  Title I programs enable schools to provide opportunities for children served to acquire the knowledge and skills contained in the state content and performance standards developed for all children and to promote effective parent involvement.  Eligible schools use Title I funds for supplemental instructional materials, technology, additional staff, parent involvement programs and materials, and professional development.

Title II, Part A -- Supporting Effective Instruction 

• The purpose of Title II, Part A is to increase the academic achievement of all students by helping schools and districts improve teacher and principal quality and effectiveness by providing professional development activities designed to prepare, train, and recruit highly qualified teachers and principals.

Title III -- English Learners 

• Title III funds are supplemental to the core ESL program and are used for professional development, materials, and supplies.  

Title V -- Rural and Low Income 

• The Rural and Low-Income Schools program is an initiative that provides grant funds to rural LEAs that serve concentrations of children from low-income families