Federal Programs

Title I

Title I is a Federal aid program through which most Ohio school districts receive funding to provide supplemental instruction for those students who qualify. The allocation of funds for each school district is based on a legislative formula dependent upon the distribution of low-income children and state per-pupil expenditures. However, Title I services are provided for all children who qualify as needing assistance in language arts or mathematics regardless of income.

The Quaker Digital Academy Title I Program is conducted during the regular school year and is dedicated to serving students in the elementary grades. Beginning with the primary grades, service is directed to students meeting specific selection criteria. Focused assessment throughout the school year provides an ongoing record of student progress, which enables our teachers to tailor instruction to meet the specific needs of each child.

1. Parents Right to Know Notice
2. Parent Involvement Policy
3. Annual Parent Meeting Notice
4. School-Parent Compact

NOTICE: In accordance with recent federal legislation, the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB), school districts that receive Title I federal funds are required to notify parents of their right to request information regarding the professional qualifications of their child’s teacher including degrees and certifications held and whether the teacher is certified in the area he/she is teaching. If you wish this information, please contact the Federal Grants Coordinator at the main office.

PARENT INVOLVEMENT

Quaker Digital Academy seeks the active participation of all Title I students’ parents in improving their children’s academic achievement. Parents are encouraged to communicate regularly with the Title I teachers to discuss the progress of their child.

We encourage your help and assistance in a variety of ways:

• Participation in parent/teacher conference days scheduled throughout the school year.
• Letters and emails to and from home.
• Telephone conversations between parents and teachers.
• Activities for families such as field trips.

Experts agree that reading is the basis for school success. Parents play a key role in that success, especially in building necessary reading skills. Parents provide a strong foundation through encouragement, practice and appropriate setting which are all vital in student success.

We thank you in advance for all of your help and assistance in working together with your child to help him/her succeed in school.

Title II, Part A Funding
Professional Development

The purpose of this part is to provide grants in order:

1. To increase student academic achievement through strategies such as improving teacher and principal quality and increasing the number of highly qualified teachers and leaders.
2. To hold local educational agencies and schools accountable for improvements in student academic achievement.

Title III (English Language Acquisition)

1. To help ensure English learners attain proficiency and academic success in English.
2. To help English learners meet the same academic standards expected of all children.
3. To support effective language instruction educational programs.
4. To prepare English learners to enter all-English instructional settings.
5. To promote family and community participation in language programs.

Title IV (Student Support and Academic Enrichment)

Well-Rounded Education: Support programs that increase access to a broad curriculum.

Safe and Healthy Students: Promote supportive, drug-free learning environments.

Effective Use of Technology: Enhance digital literacy and academic growth (only 15% for infrastructure).

Title IX

Title IX Coordinators

Dr. Richard Varrati, CEO
Debra J. Kennedy, Superintendent

Title IX Policies

• Board Policy 2260
• Board Policy 2266

IDEA-B (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act)

Quaker Digital Academy receives IDEA-B funds to support the education of children with disabilities. Allocation planning is discussed at our five-year forecast board meeting with public comment opportunities.

These funds may be used for staffing, educational materials, equipment, and other services related to special education.

IDEA ARP (American Rescue Plan)

ARP IDEA is a one-time funding opportunity. Funds are allocated similarly to traditional IDEA Part B and are not meant for permanent activities or positions.

ESSER Funds (Pandemic Related Relief Funds)

The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 provided nearly $123 billion in emergency K-12 school aid, the largest federal education stimulus ever. These Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds aim to address COVID-19 impacts on schools.