NCLB Title I Funding and Use 5

Question 1

Which of the following best describes the purpose of the Title I Education Finance Incentive Grant formula?

Accepted Answer

It rewards states that increase their overall education spending and improve equity in funding distribution

Answer

The Education Finance Incentive Grant formula rewards states that spend more on education and distribute funds more equitably across districts.

Question 2

Under NCLB, an LEA may carry over up to what percentage of its Title I Part A allocation to the next fiscal year without a waiver?

Accepted Answer

15%

Answer

LEAs may carry over up to 15% of their Title I Part A funds to the following year; any amount above that requires a waiver.

Question 3

What happens to a school's Title I funding if the school is identified for corrective action under NCLB?

Accepted Answer

The school must use at least 10% of its Title I funds for professional development

Answer

Schools in corrective action must reserve at least 10% of their Title I allocation for professional development activities.

Question 4

Under NCLB, which of the following students counts as a 'formula child' for Title I allocation purposes?

Accepted Answer

Children from low-income families, neglected or delinquent children, and foster children

Answer

Title I formula children include children from low-income families (using Census poverty data), neglected or delinquent children, and children in foster care.

Question 5

How does NCLB define 'high poverty' for the purpose of Title I schoolwide program eligibility?

Accepted Answer

Schools where at least 40% of students come from low-income families as defined by the Title I formula

Answer

A school qualifies for a Title I schoolwide program if at least 40% of its students come from low-income families as measured by the Title I formula.

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NCLB Title I Funding and Use 5