Federal Programs

Title I-A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) is designed to provide financial assistance to local educational agencies (LEAs) and schools with at least 40% of children from low-income families. The goal of Title I-A is to ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards. This program focuses on closing the achievement gap by providing resources and support to schools that need it most, thereby promoting equal educational opportunities. Funds can be used for a variety of purposes, including hiring additional teachers, purchasing instructional materials, and implementing school-wide programs to improve overall student performance.

Under Title I, LEAs are required to provide services for eligible private school students, as well as eligible public school students. In particular, section 1120 of Title I, Part A of the ESEA, requires a participating LEA to provide eligible children attending private elementary and secondary schools, their teachers, and their families with Title I services or other benefits that are equitable to those provided to eligible public school children, their teachers, and their families. These services must be developed in consultation with officials of the private schools. The Title I services provided by the LEA for private school participants are designed to meet their educational needs and supplement the educational services provided by the private school. For additional information on services to eligible private school children, see the U.S. Department of Education Office of Non-Public Education website.

Parent and Family Engagement Policy

Parent Right to Know:
Parents/guardians have the right to request and to receive information regarding the professional qualifications of their child’s teachers and paraprofessionals at a Title I, Part A school. By law, you have the right to ask for the following:

• Whether your child’s teacher has met the Idaho State Department of Education (SDE) licensing and qualification criteria for the subject area(s) and grade level(s) in which the teacher provides instruction;
• Whether the Idaho SDE requirements have been waived to allow the teacher to teach under emergency or other provisional status;
• The teachers’ college major and the field of discipline or specialization for any advanced degree/certification held by the teacher;
• Whether your child is provided services by paraprofessionals and if so, their qualifications; and
• Your child’s level of achievement in each of the state academic assessments and information regarding State and PCSD testing participation policies.

This information regarding teacher and paraprofessional qualifications, in accordance with the Every Student Succeeds Act, may be obtained through your child’s school. PCSD25 Title I-A Schools mail Parent Right to Know letters each August based on current staff qualifications.

Title I-A Annual Meeting

Title I-D, also part of the ESEA, specifically targets neglected, delinquent, or at-risk youth. This program provides funding to support educational programs in institutions such as juvenile detention centers, residential treatment facilities, and community day programs. The objective of Title I-D is to ensure that these students receive the education and support necessary to transition successfully back to their regular schools or into the workforce. The funding can be used for a range of activities, including providing educational materials, training staff, and developing transition services to help these students reintegrate into their communities and continue their education or vocational training.

Title I-D Facilities:
Juvenile Detention Center
137 South 5th Avenue
Pocatello, ID
(208) 235-2304

At-Risk Facilities:
Youth Development Center
620 W Fremont St
Pocatello, Idaho 83204
(208) 234-2244

Bannock House
141 N. 6th Ave
Pocatello, ID
(208) 236-7096

The purpose of the Title III English Learner (EL) Program is to ensure that students who are identified as English learners attain English proficiency and develop high levels of academic achievement in English. Title III provides funding to local educational agencies to implement language instruction educational programs designed to help English learners meet the same challenging state academic content and student academic achievement standards as all children are expected to meet. The program focuses on enhancing the language acquisition process, facilitating access to the core curriculum, and fostering an inclusive environment where English learners can thrive. Additionally, Title III emphasizes the importance of professional development for educators, encouraging the use of effective instructional strategies and the involvement of parents and communities in the educational process of English learners.

In PCSD Schools, we have three instructional options for students who qualify as English learners:

Pull-Out Programs:  This instruction consists of techniques, methodology, and special curriculum designed to teach ELs explicitly about the English language, including the academic vocabulary needed to access content instruction, and to develop their English language proficiency in all four language domains (speaking, listening, reading, and writing). Instruction is delivered in English by a trained EL teacher/specialist and focuses on development of proficiency in the English language, including grammar, vocabulary and communication skills. Parent approval is required and transportation is provided.

• EL Language Academy
  • Middle School Location: Hawthorne Middle School (1st period)
  • High School Location: PV-TEC (4th and 5th period)
• Individual Instruction: 1-on-1 or small group instruction is provided to students who qualify as English Learners in K-5. These lessons is outside of core instruction and do not overlap with Title I interventions. Instruction is provided by the EL Specialist at the learner's school.

Content Classes with Integrated EL Support: The classroom teacher provides language instruction that uses content as a medium for building language skills. Although using content as a means, instruction is still focused primarily on learning English. All secondary schools have access to an EL coach to help integrate language instruction into core content.

Support and Connections in Pocatello:

Catholic Charities of Idaho: Afghan Refugee Resettlement Program

Refugee Resettlement Agencies in Idaho

Bridges
 

The Title IV program, known as the Student Support and Academic Enrichment (SSAE) program, aims to improve students' academic achievement by increasing the capacity of local educational agencies (LEAs), schools, and communities to provide all students with access to a well-rounded education. Title IV funds are used to support activities in three key areas: providing a well-rounded education, improving school conditions for student learning, and enhancing the use of technology to improve academic achievement and digital literacy. The program seeks to ensure that students are offered a diverse and comprehensive education that includes subjects such as science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), as well as the arts and humanities. Additionally, Title IV promotes safe and healthy school environments and encourages the effective use of technology to personalize learning and provide equitable access to educational resources. By addressing these areas, the Title IV program supports the holistic development of students, preparing them for success in college, career, and life.

The McKinney-Vento Act defines homeless children and youth as individuals who lack a fixed, regular and adequate nighttime residence. Including but not limited to:

• Children and youth sharing housing of others due to loss of housing, economic hardship or similar reason
• Children and youth living in motels, hotels, trailer parks or camping grounds due to the lack of alternative accommodations
• Children and youth living in emergency or transitional shelters
• Children and youth abandoned in hospitals
• Children and youth whose primary nighttime residence is a public or private place not designed for or ordinarily used as a regular sleeping accommodation for human beings
• Children and youth living in cars, parks, public spaces, abandoned buildings, substandard housing, bus or train stations or similar settings
• Migratory children and youth living in any of the above situations

The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act grants homeless students the following rights:

• The right to access the same free and appropriate public education as provided to all other children. 
• The right to enroll in school immediately, even if lacking enrollment documentation
• The right to enroll in school and attend classes while gathering enrollment documents
• The right to enroll in the school of origin (the school attended when permanently housed or the last school enrolled)
• The right to transportation to and from the school of origin when requested
• The right to educational services comparable to those provided to other students, according to the child’s needs
• The right to go to school with children who are not homeless

The Homeless Liaison is committed to serving homeless families through:

• Assisting with school registration, records transfers, immunizations, free school meals and school bus transportation
• Working with other entities and agencies to ensure homeless students are identified by school personnel
• Ensuring that homeless students enroll in, and have equal opportunity to succeed in school
• Ensuring that homeless students receive the services for which they are entitled
• Ensuring unaccompanied youths are enrolled in school and receive support to accrue credits and access to higher education
• Providing referrals for critical needs such as food, clothing, housing and health services
• Informing parents of the educational rights of homeless children and youth, including attendance to the school of origin and school bus transportation
• Facilitating the display public notice of the educational rights of homeless children
• Mediating in school enrollment disputes
• Ensuring school personnel providing McKinney-Vento services receive professional development and other support

Please contact your school’s Community Resource Worker or Counselor for further assistance.

National Center for Homeless Education
Housing Assistance:
Housing Alliance and Community Partnerships
SEICCA Housing Program
Aid for Friends Shelter
Idaho Housing and Finance Rental Assistance
Find Help Housing
Food Assistance:
The Idaho Foodbank Food Locator
Our Gathering Place
Valley Mission Food Pantry
Aid for Friends
The Salvation Army
Senior Activity Center
Idaho State University-Benny’s Pantry
Gate City Christian Church
Department of Health and Welfare

Health Care:
Pocatello Free Clinic
The Village: Youth and Family Center
Mental Health Support and Crisis Text Hotline
2-1-1 Idaho CareLine
Health West
All Mental Health contacts in Pocatello Area
Department of Health and Welfare

Find Help Idaho has resources for all current Idaho providers. Search for any resource.
 

The Tribal Youth Education Program (TYEP) is designed to support the educational development and success of Native American youth by addressing the unique cultural, academic, and social needs of tribal communities. This program aims to promote and preserve indigenous languages, cultures, and traditions within the educational framework, ensuring that tribal youth receive a culturally relevant and responsive education. By providing resources for academic enrichment, mentorship, and leadership development, the Tribal Youth Education Program seeks to enhance educational outcomes and close achievement gaps. Additionally, the program fosters partnerships between schools, tribal organizations, and communities to create supportive learning environments that empower Native American students to achieve their full potential and contribute to their communities and society at large.

TYEP employees work directly with students for academic tutoring, supporting Native American club activities, increasing parent and community engagement, and creating connections with students, staff, and families.

If you are a member of any federally recognized tribe and would like to take part in the Tribal Youth Education Program, please contact your school secretary or complete the TYEP paperwork on this website and return to your child’s school.