ESSA TITLE FUNDS STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATION
NORTH SYRACUSE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
2025–2026 SCHOOL YEAR
PURPOSE OF STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATION
• Ensure transparency in how federal Title funds are used
• Fulfill ESSA requirements for stakeholder involvement
• Collect input to improve student outcomes
• Build partnerships with families, educators, and community
OVERVIEW OF ESSA TITLE PROGRAMS
• Title I: Support disadvantaged students (low-income, at-risk)
• Title II: Improve teacher/principal quality
• Title III: Support English Language Learners (ELLs)
• Title IV: Enrich student learning (well-rounded education, safe schools, technology)
WHO WE CONSULT WITH
• Parents and families
• Teachers and instructional staff
• Principals and administrators
• Specialized instructional support personnel
• Community-based organizations
• Private school representatives (if applicable)
Allowable Use of Title Funds
Title I – Improving Academic Achievement:
• Supplemental academic interventions
• Family engagement activities
• Schoolwide or targeted assistance programs
Title II – Supporting Effective Instruction:
• Professional development for teachers and leaders
• Recruitment and retention initiatives
• Class-size reduction strategies
Title III – English Language Acquisition:
• Language instruction programs for English learners
• Bilingual/ESL curriculum and resources
• Family outreach and support for multilingual families
Title IV – Student Support and Academic Enrichment:
• Well-rounded education (arts, STEM, civics, etc.)
• Safe and healthy school environments
• Effective use of educational technology
CURRENT PRIORITIES FOR 2025–26
• Academic intervention for struggling learners (Title I)
• Professional learning communities and coaching (Title II)
• Language development support for ELLs (Title III)
• SEL and mental health programming (Title IV)
YOUR INPUT MATTERS
• Prioritizing programs for Title fund use
• Effectiveness of current supports
• Needs in professional development
• Equity and access for all students
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU
NEXT STEPS
• Review stakeholder input
• Revise Title plans as needed
• Submit applications to NYSED
• Communicate final plan and updates