Ashtabula Area City Schools

Title I State & Federal Programs

Valerie Harper

Director of State & Federal Programs

541 W. 34th Street

Ashtabula, Ohio 44004

440-661-4348 ext. 83263

valerie.harper@aacs.net

A.A.C.S. is always looking for stakeholder involvement in Title funded programs and events, as well as, in any of our events and activities. We follow Board of Education Policies:

Policy 2111.Parents and Family Engagement Policy 2261.01 Parent and Family Participation in Title I Programs

Title I Program Purpose:

The purpose of Title I is to ensure that all children have a fair, equal and significant opportunity to obtain a high-quality education and reach, at a minimum, proficiency on challenging state academic achievement standards and state academic assessments.

Stakeholder Input:

We value your ideas, suggestions, thoughts, and concerns. Your input is essential to our success. Please contact the Director of State and Federal Programs and she will be happy to assist you. Her e-mail is: valerie.harper@aacs.net

Schools:

Schools are eligible for Title I services if 35% or more of the students are on free/reduced lunch (Public Law 103-382); and schools are eligible for school-wide projects if 40% or more students are on free/reduced lunch.

District:

The District through its analysis of data, student service needs, and planning with the funds available, determines the appropriate programs and the grade levels it will focus on to improve student achievement. While all buildings in a district may be eligible to be served by Title I funds, the District may concentrate on particular buildings identified as having the greatest student need.
The Ashtabula Area City School District utilizes all of its Title I funds to provide services in each of its buildings: Huron Primary, Michigan Primary, Ontario Primary, Erie Intermediate, Superior Intermediate, Lakeside Junior High, and Lakeside High School.

Description of Programs:

Title I: Part of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), Title I provides financial assistance to schools and local educational agencies (LEAs) with high percentages of low-income students. The goal is to help students meet state academic standards and close achievement gaps. Title I funds can be used for curriculum, counseling, instructional activities, parental involvement, and staff. Schools can also use Title I funds to implement schoolwide reform strategies to improve the educational program for all students.
Title II, Part A: Supports effective instruction
Title III: Language instruction for English learners and immigrant children and youth
Title IV, Part A: Student support and academic enrichment
Title V, Part B: Rural Education Achievement Program