It's the largest federal assistance program for our nation's schools. The federal government provides funding to states each year for Title 1. To get the funds, each state must submit a plan. The state educational agencies then send the money to school districts based on the numbers of low-income families. The program serves millions of children in elementary and secondary schools each year.
Most school districts participate.
Title 1 also serves children who attend parochial and private schools. The goal of Title 1 is a high-quality education for every child, so the program provides extra help to students who need it most. Parents understand their children better. Parents can also have more say about their children's education. Mrs. Cross and Miss Schuette are the Title 1 teachers for the 2000-2001 school year.