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Welcome to Title II-A

Preparing, Training, and Recruiting High Quality Teachers and Principals

The purpose of Title II-A is to support the increase in student academic achievement through strategies to:

  • Improve the quality and effectiveness of teachers, principals, and other school leaders
  • Increase the number of teachers, principals, and other school leaders who are effective in improving student academic achievement in schools
  • Provide low-income and minority students greater access to effective teachers, principals, and other school leaders.

 

Educator and School Excellence staff work closely with Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) to provide guidance, strategies, and resources to:

  • Improve the effectiveness of teachers and leaders
  • Achieve equitable access to effective teachers
  • Support targeted professional development based on identified needs

 

Title II-A Guidance Documents

  • Non-Regulatory Guidance
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 Retention and Recruitment Stipends

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