No Child Left Behind Actof 2001

Program Coordinationin New Jersey

NCLB Overview

• Enacted on January 8, 2002 to reauthorize the Elementary and Secondary Education Act

• Major focus is to provide all children with a fair, equal, and significant opportunity to obtain a high-quality education

Four Pillars

1. Require accountability for student performance

2. Increase flexibility

3. Empower parents with options

4. Focus on research-based education

NCLB Consolidated State Plan

• DOE continues to embrace consolidation: supports coordination of federal and

state programs administratively practical educationally beneficial

• Advisory Council supports the effort and provided input

• Due to USDOE June 12, 2002

NCLB Consolidated State Plan

• Includes 14 formula grant programs• Results in approximately $403,451,241 to

the NJDOE• Provides formula funds to LEAs under 9 of

the programs• Makes competitive grants available to

agencies

State Plan Requirements

SEA must :• Adopt the ESEA goals and indicators

• Provide timelines related to the development and implementation of standards, assessments, and a single accountability system

• Describe process for awarding subgrants

State Plan Requirements

SEA must:• Describe monitoring, professional

development and technical assistance plans

• Provide detailed programmatic and fiscal

information

• Obtain the Governor’s input and approval

Governor’s Initiatives

NCLB Goals

New Jersey’s Strategic

Plan

Highly

Qualified

Teachers

Standards-

based Reform School E

nvironment

Conducive to

Learning

Early Reading

Emphasis

TITLE I

Improving the Academic Achievement of the

Disadvantaged

Title I – Grants to Local Educational Agencies

Federal appropriation to New Jersey for state fiscal year 2003:

$256,826,355

Goal: 100% Proficiency by 2014

• Focus on boosting skills of all low-performing students through research-based practices, early reading and teacher quality

• Develop a strong framework for accountability

• Hold schools, districts, and states accountable for results

• Offer parents choices

Boosting Student Achievement

• Research-based practices and programs

• Qualifications of paraprofessionals

• Parental involvement

How to Boost Student Performance

• Using research-based practices and programs

- Targeted assistance schools

* extended time

- Schoolwide programs

* poverty ratio lowered to 40%

* focus on low-performing students

How to Boost Student Performance

• Qualifications for paraprofessionals

- Associate (A.A.) Degree

- 2 years of college or

- Equivalence• Parental involvement

Framework for Accountability

• Increased testing• Redefined adequate yearly progress

(AYP)• Develop a single statewide accountability

system

Framework For Accountability

• Increased testing requirements- Grades 3-8 inclusive by 2005- Science (grades 3-5, 6-9, 10-12)- Language assessments- NAEP

Framework for Accountability

• Redefine AYP

- Baseline data 2001-2002

- Setting a starting point

* 20th percentile in state

or

* Lowest performing subgroup

- Benchmarks will be established and applied to all subgroups

Framework for Accountability

• To meet AYP, the total school and all subgroups must attain the benchmark- total school- race/ethnicity- socioeconomic status- student status, LEP, disabilities, migrant

• Safe Harbor

- reduce failure rate of a subgroup by 10%

Framework for Accountability

• Failure to make AYP for 2 consecutive years triggers:

Intradistrict choice Supplemental services Corrective action Restructure

Proposed Assessment ScheduleElementary Component

Date Grades Content Areas

2002-03 3, 4 Language Arts LiteracyMath

2003-04 3, 4, 5, 6 Language Arts LiteracyMath, Science (4)

2004-05 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 Language Arts LiteracyMath, Science (4)

GEPADate Grades Content Areas

2002-03and continuing

8 Language Arts LiteracyMath, Science

HSPA2002-03

and continuing11 Language Arts Literacy

Math

2005-06 11 Language Arts LiteracyMath, Science

Elementary Component

• Purchase a commercial test and blend with new aligned items

• Some issues: alignment to NJ Standards balance of multiple choice and opened

items field testing length of time security scoring and reporting

Title I – Reading First State Grants

Federal appropriation to New Jersey for state fiscal year 2003:

$18,426,657

Reading First Overview

• New national reading program based on proven methods of early reading instruction and revised language arts literacy standards

• Targets students in K-3• New Jersey allotted $18.4 million every

year for 6 years

Reading First Overview

• Eligible districts (147) compete for awards (approximately 35)

• State outlines comprehensive reading program parameters

• Program begins 2002-03

Targets

• Districts and schools with highest percentages or numbers of K-3 students reading below grade level

• Districts and schools with high poverty based on Title I poverty count

Essential Components of K-3 Reading Instruction

• Phonemic awareness• Phonics• Fluency

• Vocabulary• Comprehension

Program Requirements

• Valid and reliable screening, diagnostic, and ongoing classroom assessments that guide instruction

• Scientifically-based instructional programs, materials and instruction that impact student achievement

• High-quality, relevant professional development

Program Requirements

• Extra support to children who have reading difficulties and who are limited English proficient

• Accountability and leadership structures.• Comprehensive evaluation of all RF

schools

Title I –Education of Migratory Children

Federal appropriation to New Jersey for state fiscal year 2003:

$2,126,686

Migrant Education Overview

• NJDOE subgrants services to two agencies

South – Gloucester County

North – Essex County

• Agencies provide after-school, weekend, and summer services to migrant children

Migrant Education Overview

• Remember:

Most migrant students are LEP students

Can use Title I and Title III funds to supplement their instruction

Do not leave all to the agencies

Title I – Even Start Family Literacy

Federal appropriation to New Jersey for state fiscal year 2003:

$5,483,534

Even Start - Purpose

To break the cycle of poverty and illiteracy by improving the educational opportunities of low income families by integrating early childhood education, adult literacy or adult basic education, parenting education and home based instruction into a unified family literacy program.

Even Start – Program Components

• Quality Programs (scientifically-based curricula, certified staff, evaluation, home-based instruction, and collaboration with other federally funded programs)

• Early Childhood Education

• Adult Education/Career Training

• Parenting Education

• Integration of Services

Even Start – District Level Impact

• Increased preparedness for Kindergarten

• Increased parental involvement in school-related activities

• Increased student/adult academic achievement

TITLE II

Preparing, Training, and Recruiting High Quality Teachers and Principals

Overview

• A new program that combines former Eisenhower Professional Development and Class-Size Reduction

• Focuses on preparing, training, and recruiting high quality teachers and principals

• Allocates $65 million to New Jersey (additional $18 million from 2002)

Overview

• Districts will receive same allocation in 2003 as in 2002

• Additional funds to be distributed based on low-income data (80%) and enrollment (20%)

State Activities

• Reform teacher and principal certification• Enhance alternate routes to certification• Support teachers and principal

recruitment and retention initiatives• Support activities that improve teacher

knowledge and instructional skills and principal leadership skills

District Activities

• Recruitment, retention, and professional development for teachers and principals

• Teacher and principal mentoring

• Scholarships and other financial incentives in subjects and schools where there is a shortage of teachers

District Activities

• Standards-based professional development activities that focus on core content areas, assessment, and instructional methods

• Class size reduction

Title II – Part D Enhancing Education Through Technology

Federal appropriation to New Jersey for state fiscal year 2003:

$14,966,364

Goals

• Improve student academic achievement through the use of technology in schools

• Assist all students in becoming techno-logically literate by the end of eighth grade

• Encourage effective integration of technology with teacher training & curriculum development

Funding

• 50% of funds distributed through a state formula (based 100% on Title I, Part A)

• 50% distributed through competitive grants – targeting high-need LEAs

• Districts are required to use 25% of funds for ongoing, sustained, high-quality professional development

Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA)

• LEAs must certify that technology is in place to filter or block obscenity, child pornography, and material that is harmful to minors.

• Certification applies to districts that do NOT receive e-rate discounts.

District Technology Plan Update – 4 New LEA Requirements

• Student academic achievement, including technology literacy

• Identification of teaching strategies & curricula that integrate technology based on review of relevant research

District Technology Plan Update – 4 New LEA Requirements

• Use of technology to promote parental involvement and increased communication with parents

• Maximum use of technology in collaboration with Adult Literacy Service Providers

TITLE III

Language Instruction for Limited English Proficient and

Immigrant Students

Title III – English Language Acquisition State Grants

Federal appropriation to New Jersey for state fiscal year 2003:

$12,182,461

Overview

New program that combines the former discretionary bilingual education program and the Emergency Immigrant Education Program into a new state formula grant program.

Purpose

To help ensure that limited English proficient (LEP) students, including immigrant children, attain English proficiency and meet challenging state content standards expected of all children. Schools will use these funds to implement language instruction educational programs designed to help LEP students achieve these standards.

Allocations

• Allocations are subgrants awarded to LEAs, including Charter Schools, based on the total number of public and non-public LEP students reported during 2001; however, districts must be eligible for at least $10,000 in order to receive a grant.

• Districts may form consortia in order to become eligible for funding.

Accountability

• State educational agencies (SEAs), local educational agencies (LEAs), and schools are accountable for increasing the English proficiency and core academic content knowledge of LEP students.

• Districts will be required to annually assess, and report to the Department of Education, LEP students’ progress in learning English and in meeting content standards.

TITLE IV

21st Century Schools

Title IV – Safe & Drug-Free Schools & Communities

Federal appropriation to New Jersey for state fiscal year 2003:

$11,103,990

Purpose

To support programs that:

• Prevent violence in and around schools

• Prevent the illegal use of alcohol, tobacco and drugs

• Involve parents and communities

• Are coordinated with related federal, state, school and community efforts to foster a safe and drug-free learning environment that supports student academic achievement

Effect on Districts-LEA Allocations

• Allocations based on relative share of Title I (60%) and public/private enrollment (40%)

• No “greatest need” funds

• 2% cap on administrative costs

• Supplement, not supplant

Effect on Districts-Program Implementation

• Principles of Effectiveness now in statute – New Principle: Consultation with and input from parents in developing application and administering program

• New Standard: Scientifically-based research

Effect on Districts-Program Implementation

• Waivers authorized for innovative programs with documentation of substantial likelihood of success

• Increased cap (40%) on security costs

Reporting and Other

• Uniform Management Information and Reporting System:

- School reports of truancy rates and suspensions and expulsions related to drug use and violence - Collection methods must include: incident reports, anonymous student surveys and teacher surveys

• Unsafe School Choice Option

Title IV – 21st Century Community Learning Centers

Federal appropriation to New Jersey for state fiscal year 2003:

$7,400,835

Overview

• Offers academic, artistic and cultural enrichment opportunities to students and families when school is not in session (before, after-school, during holidays or summer recess) in elementary and secondary schools or other accessible facilities

• Must offer families of eligible students literacy and related educational development

Purpose

• Provide research based academic enrichment opportunities for children to meet state and local standards in core academic subjects

• Offer a broad array of enrichment activities to complement the regular academic program, and

• Offer literacy and other educational services to families of eligible children

Key Differences

• SEA administered

• Targets services to children in high poverty, low-performing schools and their families

• Expands eligibility to public or private organizations

Key Differences

• Gives priority for collaboration with schools receiving Title I funds and a pubic or private organization

• Increases accountability

• Requires sustainability planning

TITLE V

Promoting Informed Parental Choice and Innovative

Programs

Title V – Innovative Programs State Grants

Federal appropriation to New Jersey for state fiscal year 2003:

$10,525,416

Title V – Purpose

• Support local education reform efforts consistent with statewide reform

• Fund school improvement programs based on scientifically-based research

• Support innovation and educational improvement including support for library services and instructional and media materials

Purpose

• Meet educational needs of at-risk students

• Support education programs to improve school, student, and teacher performance, including professional development and class-size reduction

Use of Funds, Subgrants

• Targets higher portion of funds to low income areas through formula calculation

• Grants LEAs flexibility to design programs based on the districts needs

• Use of funds expanded from 8 to 27 different categories

Requirements

• Program must promote the standards, improve student achievement, and be part of an education reform strategy

• LEAs required to conduct a needs assessment

• LEAs required to conduct an annual evaluation to be used in changing the program in the future

Title V – Partnerships in Character Education

Federal appropriation to New Jersey for state fiscal year 2003:

$100,000 to 500,000 per year

(competitive)

Purpose

• National competitive program

• Provides grants to assist in designing and implementing character education programs that teach students any of the following elements of character: caring, civic virtue and citizenship, justice and fairness, respect, responsibility, trustworthiness, or giving.

Funding

• Augments New Jersey Character Education Partnership (NJCEP) State Aid Initiative.

• Funds can be used to develop/expand character education programs and services that support curriculum development, instructional practices, teacher training and parent education.

TITLE VI

Flexibility and Accountability

Title VI – Rural & Low-Income Schools Program

Federal appropriation to New Jersey for state fiscal year 2003:

$34,074

Overview

• Addresses the unique needs of rural schools

• Two separate programs:

Small, Rural School achievement Program

Rural, Low-Income School Program

Overview

• SRSA – administered by USDOE

http://e-grants.ed.gov

$20,000 to $60,000 grants

• RLIS – administered by NJDOE

Formula grants

TITLE X

Repeals, Redesignations, and Amendments to Other Statutes

Title X – Education of Homeless Children and Youth

Federal appropriation to New Jersey for state fiscal year 2003:

$1,232,621

Homeless Education Overview

• NJDOE subgrants services to six agencies/LEAs statewide

- Currently in year 5 of a 5 year project

• Agencies/LEAs provide after-school, weekend and summer services to homeless children

Homeless Education Overview

Remember:

• Homeless students have needs above and beyond the non-homeless student

• Funds may go towards tutoring, professional development, and coordination with other agencies

IDEA

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 1997

Impact on Students with Disabilities

Assessment

• provide adaptations and accommodations

• analyzed by subgroups

• measurable objectives continuous and substantial improvement

• included in determination of “adequate yearly progress”

Impact on Students with Disabilities

• Increased support for supplemental services

• LEA plans must coordinate with IDEA

• Coordinated professional development

• Increased standards for paraprofessionals

• Reduced referrals