Discretionary Grants from U.S. Department of Education
Other Grants Available through DPI
Entitlements are allocated (see formula allocation spreadsheets) to LEAs based on a formula that takes into account pupil population and poverty rates. Entitlement programs are found under:
► Title I, Part A Improving Basic Programs
► Title I, Part C Education of Migratory Children
► Title I, Part D, Subpart 2 Neglected and Delinquent
► Title II, Part A Teacher and Principal Training and Recruiting
► Title II, Part D, Subpart 1 Education Technology
► Title III, Part A, Subpart 1 English Language Acquisition and Language Enhancement
► Title IV, Part A, Subpart 1 Safe and Drug-Free Schools and Communities
► Title V, Part A Innovative Programs
LEAs apply for entitlement funds through an ESEA Consolidated Application.
Formula Allocation Spreadsheets
NCLB Competitive Grants are awarded to a limited number of LEAs on a discretionary basis.
Discretionary Grants from U.S. Department of Education
LEAs may also access discretionary dollars directly from USED through several different programs under NCLB. For more information, please see Funding Opportunities for LEAs through USED.
Reporting fraud, waste, or abuse involving U.S. Department of Education funds