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What is Title I?

What is Title I?

Title I is a federal program under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act that provides financial assistance to schools with high numbers or percentages of children from low-income families. The aim is to ensure that all children, regardless of their socioeconomic background, have the opportunity to receive a high-quality education and meet challenging state academic standards. Title I funds are used to implement programs and provide services that support students in meeting these standards, particularly those who are struggling or at risk of failing. 
  • Purpose:
    Title I aims to close the achievement gap between low-income students and their more affluent peers by providing additional resources to schools with high concentrations of poverty. 
  • Funding:
    Schools become eligible for Title I funding based on the percentage of students who qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. 
  • How it works:
    The U.S. Department of Education distributes funds to state education agencies, which then allocate them to local education agencies (school districts) and schools. 
  • Use of funds:
    Title I funds can be used to support a variety of programs and services, including hiring additional teachers, providing tutoring, purchasing educational materials, and offering professional development for teachers.