The following will outline a variety of alternative federal and state funding sources to assist local school districts in meeting the educational needs of their diverse student populations. However, it is important to note that these funds may only be used to supplement a district's program for limited-English proficient students and may not supplant it. These funds may be used to pay for personnel salaries, instructional materials, parent involvement activities and professional development. Grant applications are reviewed by panels of experts and awarded points per U.S. Department of Education criteria based on the merits of the grant proposal. Announcements regarding various Title VII funded programs, deadlines, regulations and requirements are published in the Federal Register and are also distributed by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
Funds flow through state educational agencies.
There are no language, ethnic, or national origin requirements for children in order to qualify for being counted as a migratory child. For additional information, please contact the department's Title I Team. Emphasis is placed on high academic standards with aligned curriculum, assessment, and professional development. I services on the same basis as other children identified to receive services. The intent of schoolwide programs is to improve the instructional program of an entire school so that all children, including limited-English proficient children, benefit.