The Federal Programs and Grants Management department supports the successful implementation of various grants and grant-funded initiatives. Each grant is designed to increase, enhance and improve student and staff performance within Polk County Public Schools. Grants and their purposes include:

  • Grants Management – Pursuing competitive grants
  • District Grants – School improvement and after-school programs

  • Title I, Part A - Basic

    These funds provide additional instructional staff, professional development, extended learning programs, and other supports for raising student achievement in high-poverty schools.

  • Title I, Part C - Migrant Education Program

    This program provides supplemental educational support to migratory students who work, or whose families work, in the agricultural and fishing industries.

  • Title I, Part D - Local Programs for Neglected & Delinquent Students

    This program supports students who are neglected, delinquent or at risk. Supplemental staff, resources and support are provided to sites specializing in providing services to these students.

  • Title IX, Part A - Homeless Education Program

    This program assists students experiencing homelessness by eliminating barriers to school enrollment, attendance, stability and overall academic success.

  • Grants Management

    The Grants Team collaborates with various school district departments and community agencies to obtain and manage competitive grants.

Title II, Part A - Staff Development & Teacher Recruitment

This federal grant provides funding to Polk County Public Schools to enhance the quality of teaching and school leadership. This investment ensures our district can recruit, develop, and retain highly effective educators, directly contributing to stronger academic outcomes for our students.

Title IV, Part A - Student Support & Academic Enrichment

This funding supports Polk County Public Schools in enhancing student academic achievement and overall well-being. It provides for a wide range of activities aimed at offering a well-rounded education, promoting safe and healthy school environments, and ensuring the effective use of technology for our students.

Unified School Improvement (UniSIG)

This program serves students attending Title I schools that have been identified for targeted (i.e., school grade of “D”) or comprehensive (i.e., school grade of “F” or two consecutive grades of “D”) support and improvement based on the most recent school grades.

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