Federal Programs

The Federal Programs Department oversees the federal grants that fall under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1964 (and more recently amended in 2015 as the Every Student Succeeds Act). These grants work to promote and support success for students who face unique challenges with education, such as economic disadvantages, migratory lifestyles, learning English as a second language, and experiencing homelessness. Valdez City Schools uses ESSA funding as a supplemental resource to help students reach academic success through a variety of supports.

The Federal Programs office works closely with district administrators, educators, parents, and other stakeholders to plan and implement high-quality programs that will benefit the students of Valdez City Schools. The Federal Programs office administers grant funds for:

• Title I, Part A - Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged
  • Homeless Support
• Title 1, Part C - Education of Migratory Children
• Title II, Part A - Preparing, Training, and Recruiting High Quality Teachers, Principals, and other School Leaders
• Title III, Part A – Language Instruction for English Learners and Immigrant Students
• Title IV, Part A – Student Support and Academic Enrichment
• Title VI, Part A - Indian Education

2025-26 Federal Programs Allocations

Title I-A Funding Allocations

• Reading Specialist: We’ll be welcoming a reading expert to work closely with students who need extra help with reading skills!
   
• Better Learning Materials: We’re investing in new books, resources, and tools for our Title I Reading Classroom so students have everything they need to succeed.
   
• Help for Homeless Students: We’re setting aside money to make sure students without stable housing have what they need for school.
   
• Family Literacy Night Fun: We’ll have door prizes at our Family Literacy Night to make it even more exciting for families to join us!
   

Title I-C Funding Allocations

• Migrant Student Recruiter: We will employ a dedicated recruiter to identify and enroll eligible migratory students, ensuring they receive the support and services they need to succeed academically.
   
• Student Activity Fees: To promote engagement and inclusion, Title I-C funds will cover activity fees for migratory students, allowing them to participate fully in extracurricular and enrichment programs.
   
• School Supplies: Recognizing the challenges faced by migratory families, we will provide essential school supplies to ensure students are equipped for learning.
   
• Literacy Resources: To enhance literacy and academic achievement, funds will be allocated for books and reading materials tailored to the needs of migratory students.
   

Title II-A Funding Allocations

Teacher Reimbursement for College Coursework:
Title II-A funds will be used to reimburse teachers for college coursework they complete in their current field of teaching. This investment ensures our educators continue to deepen their knowledge, stay up-to-date with best practices, and bring even more expertise into our classrooms every day.

By supporting our teachers' continued education, we are directly enhancing the learning experience for all students. We believe that when teachers grow, students thrive!

Title IV-A Funding Allocations

Universal Preschool Program:

• Open to all eligible preschool-age children
   
• Focus on early literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional growth
   
• Qualified and caring teachers
   
• Safe, nurturing learning environment