Title I, Part A: Improving Basic Programs (Illinois)
Forecasted
Title I, Part A: Improving Basic Programs (Illinois) supports local educational agencies and schools with supplemental instruction and academic support to close achievement gaps and meet state academic standards.
Funder: Illinois State Board of Education
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (June-ending project amendments) | July 2027 (July 1 program start) | August 2027 (August-ending project amendments)
Funding Amounts: Formula allocations based on low-income census counts; regular or extended project year
Summary: Supplemental funding helps Illinois LEAs and schools support students at risk of failing state academic standards.
Key Information: An ISBE-approved Consolidated District Plan is required before final application approval.
Description
Illinois State Board of Education’s Title Grant Administration Department administers Title I, Part A under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, as amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act. Formula funding supports LEAs and schools with high numbers or percentages of children from low-income households. The program aims to provide a fair, equitable, high-quality education, close achievement gaps, and help children meet challenging state academic standards.
Funding supports PreK–12 learning through supplemental instruction, curricula, academic support, parent and family engagement, and professional development. Schools operate either targeted assistance programs for students with the greatest academic need or schoolwide programs that improve the entire educational program. Participating LEAs also provide equitable services to eligible nonpublic-school children, their teachers, and families through consultation with nonpublic-school officials.
