Program:

Improving Basic Programs Operated by Local Educational Agencies

Purpose:

The purpose of this title is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education, and to close educational achievement gaps.

Legislation:

Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965, As Amended Through P. L. 114-328, Enacted December 2015

Allowable Use

Title I Allowable Uses

Investment

School/District

FTE

Cost

In order to improve reading fluency of students in grades K-2 most at risk to not meet state standards,  Title I teachers will provide push-in and pull-out intervention services for K-2 Title I students using Reading Recovery, LLI  in 1:1 and small groups.

HCS

2.5

$326,257.75

ABS

1.46

$150,630.13

In order to support families of students at risk of not meeting state reading standards, provide materials and training (literacy nights) to help parents work with their children to improve academic achievement.

HCS

$4,462.58

ABS

$1,506.30

In order to provide services to homeless students that increase access to their education such as supplies and materials.

CVSD

$500

In order to build coping skills, learn relational skills that would allow students to better engage learning, and develop positive behaviors, provide equine therapy and classes that support social-emotional learning for 2-3 students in an institution for neglected youth. 

Shelburne House NFI

$2,600

Total of Investments

$485,956.76

Program:

Title II, Part A - Supporting Effective Instruction

Purpose:

The purpose of this title is to provide grants to State educational agencies and subgrants to local educational agencies to -

(1) increase student achievement consistent with the challenging State academic standards;

(2) improve the quality and effectiveness of teachers, principals, and other school leaders;

(3) increase the number of teachers, principals, and other school leaders who are effective in improving student academic achievement in schools; and

(4) provide low-income and minority students greater access to effective teachers, principals, and other school leaders.

Legislation:

Public Law 114-95 Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015

Guidance:

• Building Systems of Support for Excellent Teaching and Leading
• Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR)

Allowable Uses:

Title II Allowable Uses

Investment

School/District

FTE

Cost

In order to build teacher capacity to implement proficiency and personalization instructional shifts, instructional coaches to provide embedded professional learning on evidence-based practice

CVSD

1.5

$220,773.29

In order to enhance retention and effectiveness of new hires to implement district expectations for proficiency-based and personalized instruction, provide mentor training, support for mentor-mentee dyads for faculty and staff, and consistent follow-up throughout the year, stipends for five mentors (2 faculty, 3 staff non-contract time).  

CVSD

$16,895.00

In order to improve literacy instruction and effectiveness of faculty/staff at Lake Champlain Waldorf School (independent school), partner with the Stern Center for training on evidence-based literacy practices and coaching for 8 faculty/staff members and literacy specialists through the Lead to Read program for the duration of the '22-23 school year.  

Lake Champlain Waldorf

$15,930.00

In order to address the needs of students with different learning styles, particularly students with disabilities, special needs, and students with Limited English Proficiency, provide a 3-day training for Independent School Jean Garvin staff (15 members) on project-based learning. 

Jean Garvin School

$1,700

Total of Investments

$255,298.29

Program:

Title III, Part A - Language Instruction for English Learners

Purpose:

The purposes of this part are -

(1) to help ensure that English learners, including immigrant children and youth, attain English proficiency and develop high levels of academic achievement in English;

(2) to assist all English learners, including immigrant children and youth, to achieve at high levels in academic subjects so that all English learners can meet the same challenging State academic standards that all children are expected to meet;

(3) to assist teachers (including preschool teachers), principals and other school leaders, State educational agencies, local educational agencies, and schools in establishing, implementing, and sustaining effective language instruction educational programs designed to assist in teaching English learners, including immigrant children and youth;

(4) to assist teachers (including preschool teachers), principals and other school leaders, State educational agencies, and local educational agencies to develop and enhance their capacity to provide effective instructional programs designed to prepare English learners, including immigrant children and youth, to enter all-English instructional settings; and

(5) to promote parental, family, and community participation in language instruction educational programs for the parents, families, and communities of English learners.

Legislation:

Public Law 114-95 Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015

Guidance:

• Non-Regulatory Guidance: English Learners and Title III of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), as amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)
• Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR)

Allowable Uses:

Title III Allowable Uses

Investment

School/District

FTE

Cost

In order to improve student literacy skills, implement extended-year summer literacy camps for EL students. Per diem for 5 teachers to provide targeted skill instruction related to classroom assessment data.

CVSD

$14,474.25

In order to improve implementation of VT ELD standards, purchase materials (standards guides), subscriptions, and supplies to facilitate and enhance learning experiences

CVSD

$1,000

In order to support EL students in the district's Seal of Biliteracy program, provide instruction (tutors and/or classes) after school to improve home language skills as well as English proficiency. Costs include stipends for tutors or class registration fees and materials. 

CVSD

$3,100

In order to enhance parent/community engagement for EL families, the LEA will provide parent classes, conduct home visits, and evening events designed to share program details, networking opportunities, and transition strategies. Expenses include teacher per diem and supplies.

CVSD

$900

Program:

Title IV, Part A - Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grants

Purpose:

The purpose of this subgrant is to improve students' academic achievement by increasing the capacity of States, local educational agencies, schools, and local communities to -

(1) Provide all students with access to a well-rounded education;

(2) Improve school conditions for student learning; and

(3) Improve the use of technology in order to improve the academic achievement and digital literacy of all students.

Legislation:

Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965, As Amended Through P. L. 114-328, Enacted December 2015

Guidance:

Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grants

Allowable Uses:

Title IV Allowable Uses

Investment

School/District

FTE

Cost

In order to promote engagement in students who may struggle socially and emotionally in the school setting, provide 5-week extended year (full-day). personalized, community-based and experiential program.  

CVSD

$43,200.00

In order to increase access to high-quality STEM courses for underrepresented groups in STEM fields, continue a pilot course that seeks to increase opportunities for all students in Computer Science and to specifically engage students whose gender and/or race have been historically underrepresented in the study of CS/STEM and related workforces. 

CVSD

.40

$35,000

$78,200.00