Title I, Part A Overview

What is Title I, Part A?

Title I, Part A is a critical part of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), a federal law designed to ensure that all children have access to a high-quality education. Title I specifically targets schools with higher numbers of low-income students and provides them with additional financial support. The main goal of Title I is to close the achievement gap and help every student, regardless of their background, reach their full academic potential.

Why Title I Matters

Title I is designed to level the playing field by providing schools with the resources and support they need to assist students from low-income families. The program ensures that financial challenges do not stand in the way of a child's academic success. By addressing gaps in funding, resources, and support services, Title I helps improve educational outcomes, boost student achievement, and empower communities.

Across the nation, Title I has proven to be an effective tool in supporting students' academic growth. It has helped many students improve their academic performance, enhance their social and emotional skills, and set them on a path toward success in school and beyond.

Title I in the Finley School District

Both Finley Elementary and Finley Middle School participate in the Title I, Part A program through Schoolwide Programs. This allows us to combine federal, state, and local resources to create a more effective, supportive learning environment for all students. While the resources benefit all students, special attention is given to those who are at risk of falling behind academically. By utilizing these resources, we are committed to providing a high-quality education and ensuring that every student has the opportunity to succeed.

Key Title I, Part A Services

• Additional Staffing: Title I funding enables us to hire extra teachers, paraeducators, and support staff who work with students in core subjects. This allows for smaller class sizes and more personalized instruction, helping students get the attention they need.

• Personalized Instruction: Teachers use data from assessments to identify students' individual learning needs and provide tailored support, ensuring that every child has the tools they need to succeed.

• Communities in Schools Site Coordinators: Site coordinators help connect students with the resources they need to overcome challenges, such as absenteeism, family issues, or personal obstacles. These services help remove barriers to learning.

• Teacher Training and Development: Title I also supports ongoing professional development for teachers, ensuring they have the most current teaching strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners and create an inclusive classroom environment.

Our Goal: Equity and Access for All

The heart of Title I, Part A is about creating equitable opportunities for all students. By providing additional support, especially to those from disadvantaged backgrounds, Title I ensures that every student has access to the resources, tools, and guidance needed to succeed academically. Our goal is to help all students reach their full potential and succeed in school, preparing them for college, career, and beyond.

At Finley School District, we are proud to use Title I funding to strengthen our educational programs, support our students, and build a foundation for success for every learner.