The Title II, Part A program is designed to:

• 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 at improving student outcomes;

• provide students from low-income families and minority students greater access to effective educators;

• meaningfully support educators so they can help their students for success in college and careers. 

Title II funds are used to support professional development/learning opportunities for our staff in all areas, including core instruction, Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Instruction, serving English Learners, serving students with disabilities, cultural competency, academic and social-emotional layered supports for the well-being of each and every student, trauma informed practice, social emotional learning, integration of technology to enhance the learning experience for all students, etc. Additionally, we offer a tuition reimbursement program to offset costs for individuals seeking additional licenses and/or endorsements in highly needed areas including: TESOL and bilingual endorsements, educational Leadership, and core content areas. We also use Title II dollars to support onboarding and retention of new teachers to the district to ensure that these individuals are prepared and equipped to be successful educators through designated professional learning days prior to the beginning of their contract, and are continuously supported throughout the year through a formal mentor/mentee partnership and district facilitated meetings every other month.