In May 2018, the School District of Shiocton transitioned from a Targeted to a School-Wide Title I Program.
With the "Target" program:
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Additional assistance was offered to identified students only.
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Only staff funded by Title I dollars could work with identified students.
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Materials purchased with Title I dollars could only be used by Title I teachers and identified students.
With the "School-Wide program:
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More flexible use of existing Title I dollars to improve achievement for all students.
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Materials purchase with Title I dollars can be used by all staff and all students.
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All paraprofessionals meet highly-qualified criteria.
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Title I dollars can now be used to provide continuous learning for staff, students, and the community.