Title I is a fully federally funded supplemental education program designed to provide financial support to local school districts in order to enhance educational opportunities for disadvantaged students. The amount of funding a district receives is based on the number of economically disadvantaged students enrolled. In the Dover Area School District, all elementary schools are designated as Title I Schools and benefit from these federal funds. A significant portion of these funds is allocated to hiring reading specialists and aides who provide targeted instruction to students eligible for services. This approach ensures that the funding directly supports students' academic progress. Additionally, the district is required to allocate funds for parent and family engagement activities, as well as services for eligible nonpublic school students.
At the elementary level, all students are screened using a variety of assessments to determine their eligibility for reading intervention services. Once students are identified as needing reading support, they are paired with interventions tailored to address their specific areas of need. Their progress is continuously monitored, and adjustments are made to ensure they are making adequate reading growth. A list of Title I Reading Specialists can be found under the "Title I Reading Specialists" tab. If your child qualifies for services, you are likely familiar with the specialist providing support
If you feel that the district should be allocating these funds differently or if you have any questions regarding Title I funding, please contact me at crhouck@doversd.org
Sincerely,
Dr. Rina Houck
Superintendent
Dover Area School District