Title III

Title III is a supplemental Program to serve English Language Learners.

The purpose of Title III is to ensure that English Language Learners (ELLs) will:

• attain English language proficiency
• develop high levels of academic attainment in core academic subjects
• meet the same challenging state academic standards as all children are expected to meet
• enter an all-English setting

In addition, Title III is used to promote parent and community participation in educational programs for Limited English Proficient (LEP) children.

1. Increase the English proficiency of ELLs as demonstrated by student achievement
2. Provide high quality professional development

Authorized Activities for Title III Funding

Curricular materials, software and technology, tutoring, and parent involvement

If a child is identified for and placed in a Title III supplemental program, LEAs (the District) must inform parents.

In Stroudsburg we offer Parents have the option of including their children in these services.

A separate parent notification is required when an LEA fails to meet AMAOs in any fiscal year.

 In Stroudsburg, the district has met the state’s Annual Measurable Achievement Objectives (AMAOs) each year. When AMAOs are met, no special notification is required.

 Notification must be provided in an understandable format and, to the extent practicable, in a language the parent can understand.

 In Stroudsburg, we use a translation service called TransAct, which provides translated state and national forms and documents. Other notices and documents are translated as needed. Having 29 different languages spoken in the district, it is challenging to find interpreters and translators. Volunteers are welcome. Please contact your child’s school to volunteer your services or contact Madeline Acosta, Director of Elementary Education and Federal Programs at macosta@sburg.org.