Title I
Title I Funding Overview
Title I is a significant federal funding program for education under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, as amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). It is the primary source of federal funding for schools and operates on an annual appropriation from the U.S. Congress. The funding distribution is based on a formula that considers poverty data at the state and local levels.
Title I funding involves several groups:
- Federal Government - Each year, the government gives money to state education agencies. These agencies create plans outlining academic standards, assessments, and school accountability.
- State Educational Agency - It gives funds to school divisions based on poverty data from the U.S. census. Details about divisions and schools are in the Virginia Department of Education School Quality Profiles.
- School Division - It identifies eligible schools following federal rules and supports them with Title I resources and programs.
- Title I Schools - These schools assess their needs yearly and plan strategies to improve education tailored to their community. They aim for their students to have high-quality learning activities and meaningful family involvement.
How Do Schools Use Title I Funding?
- Additional staff
- Family engagement opportunities
- Pre-Kindergarten
- Professional development of instructional staff
- Field trips and outreach opportunities
- Summer programs
- Technology devices
- Instructional materials and supplies
State and District Assessment Overview
Information To Help Students Be Successful At Each Grade Level: Click The Image Below
