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Funding Our Future

Title I thru IV

Stakeholder Engagement Session

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Location: Virtual (Microsoft Teams)

WPSD Vision: Our vision at William Penn School District is to nurture and empower all students to become career and/or college ready.

Presenter: Myishing A. Cox,

Federal Programs Coordinator/Grants Compliance Manager

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Our Purpose Today

Sharing how federal funds support our students and hearing your feedback on WPSD initiatives.

Agenda:

  • Overview of Title Grants Funds 2025-2026
  • How Title Grants Support Our Schools
  • Feedback on Programs & Suggestions
  • Stakeholder Involvement & Engagement/Policy Feedback

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What is Title I Federal Funding?

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Padlet Activity

What do you know about Title I Grant Funds?

Share Out

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What is Federal Funding?

Supplemental

Extra money provided by the government to support students above regular school funding.

Targeted

Specifically used for student achievement, teacher training, and well-rounded education.

Collaborative

Federal law requires that families have a voice in how this money is spent.

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Title I: Improving Success

Academic Support

  • Title I provides assistance to schools to ensure all children meet state academic standards, especially in schools with higher percentages of low-income families.

  • Title I is one of the largest portion of funds we receive from the state.

WPSD received $____,589,672.00 in Title I funds.

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Being a Title I School

Think & Share

What does it mean to be a Title I School?

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Title I Schools & Funding

Title I Schools ….

  • Qualify when 40% or more of students come from low-income households.

  • Receive federal funding to provide extra support for students and families.

  • Receive 1% of our district funds to support family engagement (appx. $25,000)
  • Value strong family partnerships and parent involvement.

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Our Title I Funds Pay for ….

Learning Resources

• After-School Tutoring �• Reading & Math Materials�• New Curriculum Materials�• Advanced Educational Technology

Staff Leadership

• Site-Based Teacher Leaders�• Professional Coaching�• Instructional Support Teams�• Parent Involvement Activities

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WPSD Title I Schools

There are 11 schools in the William Penn School District.

Multiple Choice: Which William Penn School District schools are considered Title I?

  1. All elementary schools are Title I

  • All WPSD schools are Title I

  • Secondary schools in WPSD

  • Ardmore Elementary, Penn Wood Middle School & Penn Wood High School

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Title I: Support Beyond Academics

McKinney-Vento Support

Title I provide funds and support services to homeless students attending our schools.

• Graduation Gowns & Hats�• Clothing, Shoes, & Hygiene Products�• Extra-curricular & Athletic Fees

• Technology Support

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Title I: Parents Right to Know

Parents have the right to request information about the professional qualifications of their child's teachers.

  • Letters are distributed each year at the district level & school level.

Right to Know Letters

  • Highly Qualified Staff Letter

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Title I: Parent and Family Engagement Policy

What is our district's Parent and Family Engagement Policy?

  • Take a few minutes to review our policy

Time for Feedback on this policy

We would love to hear your feedback.

~ Chat Time ~

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Title II thru IV

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Title II: Quality Instruction

Title II funds are used to improve student achievement by elevating the quality and effectiveness of teacher, principals, and school leaders.

Highly Qualified Staff:

  • Fund helps us recruit and retain the best teachers for your children.

Professional Development:

  • Provide ongoing high-quality professional development focused on improving teaching, student learning, and achievement.

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Title II: Quality Instruction

Our district received $289,143.00 in funds.

We invested in:

• Ongoing monthly teacher training�• Coaching in core content areas�• Improving school climate and safety�• STEAM integration strategies

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Title II: STEAM - LEGO Instruction

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Title III: English Learners

Our district received $45,079.00 in funds.

  • Title III supports language instruction to ensure social and academic participation for all students.

  • Funds received are based on the number of limited English proficient students enrolled.

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International Night

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International Night

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Title IV: The Whole Child

Our district received $192,193.00 in funds.

Title IV primary purpose to provide a well-rounded education for all students. Title IV funding addresses students needs beyond academics. This funding helps support the needs of the “whole child” and students overall well-being.

Funds are divided into 3 Targeted categories:

  • Well Rounded Education
  • Safe & Healthy Students
  • Effective Use of Technology

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Your Feedback on Schools Needs

What do you think is our greatest needs to support a Well Rounded Education for all students?

Share Out/Discussion

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Title IV: The Whole Child

WPSD Funds go towards:

  • STEAM labs (arts programs & personalized technology experiences)
    • Ex. Building a robot

  • Student Centered Support
    • PBIS - Positive Behavior Intervention & Supports
    • Dreambox & Mathia for Instructional Supports
    • Second Step: Social-emotional learning curriculum

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STEAM Activities

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Title IV: The Whole Child

Health, Safety, & Well-Being:

Your child’s safety and mental health are our top priorities. We use title IV funds to partner with experts who support our families:

  • Care Solace: 24/7 service that helps WPSD families find and book mental health or substance use treatment.
  • Second Step: Program used in our classrooms to help students manage emotions and build positive relationships.
  • Lakeside Clinical Support: Counseling and mental health support across our secondary schools.

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Title IV: The Whole Child

Effective Use of Technology

  • Staff Professional Development
    • Strategies to encourage students active learning, interaction, participation, and collaboration in online environment.
    • Access to Technology
  • Blended Learning Diversity of student needs/accommodations
  • S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, & Math learning)
  • Personal Learning Community (PLC)

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Title IV: Spending Recommendations

Let’s Chat:

Do you have any recommendations for company or vendor/partner that you believe could benefit our students for their safety & well-being?

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Title I thru IV Quiz

Take the quiz to test your understanding.

Scan the QR code or click the link in chat box.

Link to Quiz:

Title I thru IV Funding Quiz

Have fun! 😊

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Don’t Forget to Get Involved!

What opportunities do the schools provide for parent engagement?

  • Home & School Association
  • Parent Advisory Council
  • School-Community Events

District-Wide Events - WPSD 2025-2026 Activities Calendar

  • District - Family Advisory Council
  • Parent Workshops/Training Sessions
  • Parent Teachers Conferences
  • School Based Parent Engagement Meetings
  • Board Meetings

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Your Feedback Matters… Complete the Survey

Please take a moment to complete our brief survey:

Your support and involvement is greatly appreciated in helping making our schools great!

Thank you everyone for all that you do! 😊❤️

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Thank you Everyone!

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