Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965, as amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) of 2015, provides funding to school districts to help ensure that all children, particularly those most academically at-risk, meet challenging state academic standards. Title I programs are designed to ensure high standards for all students, increase quality instructional time, improve instruction through professional development, enhance family participation in the educational process, expand educational resources, and strengthen accountability.

At least one percent of the total Title I allocation is reserved to fund family and community engagement programs. These funds are used based on suggestions and input provided by families and community members to strengthen students' academic achievement during Family Advisory Council Meeting opportunities for engaging and partnering with families in their children's education.

Title II, Part A of ESSA aims to maintain teacher and leader effectiveness through recruitment, retention, and professional development.

Title IV, Part A of ESSA, offers students the opportunity for interventions, academic enrichment, and access to additional technology for digital literacy. In addition, this grant provides funding to improve school conditions for student learning.

Todd Nickelsen
Regional Director for Continuous Improvement