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Title I e News August 9, 2024

In this issue:

Allocation Updates: Stay Informed!

The allocation and application season is upon us, and I anticipate sending this information out very soon. Don't miss a communication! Make sure your LEA has updated Consolidated Grant contacts. It is also a great time of year to make sure all of your district contacts are up to date in e GMS and in Ed Sight.

Website Updates

Looking for information and resources about Title I? Please visit our updated Title I website.

Upcoming Events

Title I 101 Session 2: Program Plans, Application, and LEA Coordination

  • Wednesday, August 14, 2024
  • In this session, learn how to plan for maximum impact of your Title I program. Identify application tips, and requirements for coordination and oversight.

High Dosage Tutoring

  • Friday, August 16, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • Searching for evidence-based practices that have been tried and tested in CT Schools? In this collaborative webinar, hear more about CSDE’s High Dosage Tutoring initiative, which has prioritized math in Grades 6-9. Learn key takeaways about this model, and collaborate to reflect on how to apply these lessons for other grades and content areas.

New Title I Faculty Office Hours

  • Wednesday, August 28, 2024 1:00 to 2:00 PM
  • Are you a new specialist, coach, interventionist, or other certified teacher providing supports in a Title I school? Are you a building or district leader with new Title I faculty, looking for ways to provide support?  Join us for an informal opportunity to meet people in similar positions, ask questions, and collaborate. Please share with relevant staff. Please note, this offering is not designed for paraprofessionals. However, I am interested in your ideas about ways I can help support these important staff members!

ICYMI: Superintendent's Digest Recap

In case you missed it...Below are some bullets excerpted from the Superintendent's Digest (ct.gov) that may be relevant for those involved in Title I programs.

  • Does your schoolwide program plan involve purchasing curricular materials? See if your program is included on the list. Recently, CSDE announced Three-year Fixed Pricing on Selected Connecticut Approved K-3 Reading Curriculum Models
  • Fiscal coordinators may Education Financial System (EFS) is now open for filing Fiscal Year 2023-24 financial data with the Connecticut State Department of Education 
  • Title I coordinators may wish to review the memo outlining the Designation of Certification Shortage Areas, 2024-25 School Year
  • Title I High schools- be sure to share information about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Sessions this Summer, and remind students- It’s not too late to apply for Fall 2024!

Visit the Superintendent's digest link for memos, resources, links, and a more detailed summary of these topics & more!