Title III, Part A English Language Acquisition, Language Enhancement and Academic Achievement

This program assists states and school districts in teaching English to limited English proficient students, including immigrant students, and helping these students meet the same challenging academic standards expected of all students. The program accomplishes this by providing, through state allocations, federal funds to eligible agencies to address the language and achievement needs of English Language Learners ( ELL ). Each state is required to use 95% of its allocation for subgrants to eligible agencies. These funds are to be used for:

1. increasing English proficiency by providing programs based on scientifically based research demonstrating effectiveness in increasing English proficiency and achievement in core academic subjects, and
2. provide high-quality professional development to teachers, principals, administrators, and other school and community-based organization personnel.

Other authorized activities include:

1. upgrading programs and services, including improving instructional programs, curricula, instructional materials, and assessment procedures;
2. providing tutorial and academic or vocational education, or intensified instruction for ELL
3. coordinating programs and services with other relevant programs, services, and providers
4. providing community participation programs, family literacy services, and parent outreach and training. School districts with a significant increase in their immigrant student population compared to the previous 2-year period may be eligible for funds to serve immigrant students.

Title III General Information