Title I: Supporting Academic Achievement for All Students

Title I is the largest federal aid program for elementary and secondary schools in the United States, designed to help close the achievement gap between students from different economic backgrounds. Operating under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), as most recently amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), Title I provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts and schools with high numbers or percentages of children from low-income families.

The core mission of Title I is to ensure that all children have a fair, equal, and significant opportunity to obtain a high-quality education. This funding is used to provide extra academic support and resources that help students meet challenging state academic standards. Common uses of Title I funds include:

• Hiring additional teachers or specialists to reduce class sizes and provide targeted tutoring.

• Investing in new instructional materials and technology.

• Offering extended-day or after-school programs.

• Providing professional development for teachers and staff.

• Funding family engagement and support initiatives.

Ultimately, Title I aims to provide the necessary resources to help every student succeed, regardless of their family's income or the zip code they live in.