The purpose of Title II, Part A: Supporting Effective Instruction:

• Increase student achievement aligning with the challenging state academic standards.
• Improve the quality and effectiveness of teachers, principals, and other school leaders.
• Increase the number of teachers, principals, and other school leaders who are effective in improving student academic achievement in schools.
• Provide low-income and minority students greater access to effective teachers, principals, and other school leaders.

 
For our schools, Title II, Part A funding supports:

• Increased professional development and educational endorsements for teachers.
• Face to face English as a Second Language certification courses for district teachers.
• Literacy based professional development days for teachers to improve instructional strategies.
• Partially fund Literacy Coaches to provide onsite professional development and work with teachers on improving their efficacy in addressing the needs of all students.