Title II, Part A
Title II, Part A: Supporting Effective Instruction
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The purpose of Title II, Part A is to increase student achievement consistent with the challenging State academic standards; improve the quality and effectiveness of teachers, principals, and other school leaders; increase the number of effective teachers, principals, and other school leaders who are effective in improving student academic achievement in schools; and provide students greater access to effective teachers, principals, and other school leaders. The intent of the funding is to support educators in their work to improve the overall quality of instruction and educational opportunity for all students.
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The purpose of Title II, Part A is to increase student achievement consistent with the challenging State academic standards; improve the quality and effectiveness of teachers, principals, and other school leaders; increase the number of effective teachers, principals, and other school leaders who are effective in improving student academic achievement in schools; and provide students greater access to effective teachers, principals, and other school leaders. The intent of the funding is to support educators in their work to improve the overall quality of instruction and educational opportunity for all students.
ESC 18’s LiveBinder for Title II, Part A
Helpful Resources:
- ESC 18’s LiveBinder for Title II, Part A
- Planning for Effective Professional Development
- Talent Plan Toolkit
- Individual Professional Development Template
- Sample Professional Development Template
- System of Professional Growth and Improvement Trifold
- Title II, Part A Frequently Asked Questions
- Title II, Part A Program Overview
- Title II, Part A Program Guide
- Title II, Part A Use of Funds One Pager
- USDE Non-Regulatory Guidance: Title II, Part A
- USDE Non-Regulatory Guidance: Using Title II, Part A Funds to Strategically Support Educator Recruitment, Retention, Professional Learning, and Improved Student Outcomes
- USDE Non-Regulatory Guidance: Using Evidence to Strengthen Education Investments
Private NonProfit (PNP)
Private School Services Through ESSA, federal grant funding is made available every year to serve students who meet certain criteria, such as students from low-income families. Those grant funds are awarded to the state education agency (TEA). TEA then allocates funds directly to the LEAs. “Private school equitable services” refers to the process of providing students, teachers, staff, and families at eligible private schools, fair access to federally funded education programs and services, as appropriate. The process depends on a “timely and meaningful consultation” between LEAs and private school officials.
Helpful Resources:
- Private NonProfit Services Webpage
- Private NonProfit Program Guide
- Private NonProfit Services Frequently Asked Questions FAQ
- Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965, as Amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act: Providing Equitable Services to Eligible Private School Children, Teachers, and Families - Non-Regulatory Guidance. U.S. Department of Education (USDE) - Updated May 2023
- 2024-25 Affirmation of Consultation (TEA May 2024)
- PNP Companion Guide (February 2023)
- Methods of Collecting Low-Income Information (February 2023)
- Private Nonprofit Interactive Locator Map
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Title III: Private Nonprofit Schools-Home (txel.org)
Title II, Part A Contact Information:
Erin Casey-Richardson
erin.richardson@esc18.net
432-567-3229
Title II, Part A
TEA Links:
Private NonProfit (PNP)
Title II, Part A: Private NonProfit (PNP)
Private School Services Through ESSA, federal grant funding is made available every year to serve students who meet certain criteria, such as students from low-income families. Those grant funds are awarded to the state education agency (TEA). TEA then allocates funds directly to the LEAs. “Private school equitable services” refers to the process of providing students, teachers, staff, and families at eligible private schools, fair access to federally funded education programs and services, as appropriate. The process depends on a “timely and meaningful consultation” between LEAs and private school officials.
Title II, Part A and PNP Regional Contact

Erin Casey-Richardson
Email: erin.richardson@esc18.net
Phone: (432) 567-3229
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