Increasing the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged The largest source of federal funding to schools is from Title I, providing over $16B to schools that serve a large number or percentage of children from low income families to ensure that these children meet challenging academic standards. How kidappolis aligns:
kidappolis gives teachers the tool they need to target students' greatest areas of need and close the achievement gap
allows districts to identify pockets of instructional needs and adjust resources as needed
kidappolis measurable improves academic achievement as proven by pilot assessments
Title III Funding
Language Acquisition, Language Enhancement, and Academic Achievement Act Provides over $700M in funding to support English learners and their families How kidappolis aligns:
messaging in English and Spanish (with more languages coming soon)
the bilingual nature of many apps on the platform increases student and parent engagement as they have one less barrier to overcome
focused on increasing cultural sensitivity and awareness
Title IV Funding
Student Support and Academic Achievement Block grant that provides over $1B in funding to school safety, well rounded edcation, and education technology initiatives. Districts receiving more than $300,000 from Title IV can spend up to 60% of this funding on technology for teaching and learning. How kidappolis aligns:
ability to work on iOS, Android, and tablets allows districts to maximize already purchased resources
content vetted for engagement and efficiency along with alignment to state standards
rather than a one size fits all approach, kidappolis adjusts to students' progress to maximize their learning
ConnectED Grants
The ConnectED Initiative is designed to enrich K-12 education for every student in America. The initiative seeks to upgrade district wireless connectivity, train teachers, and encourage private sector initiative to create tools for personalizing learning and preparing students for College and Career Readiness. How kidappolis aligns:
data can be accessed on demand with various views designed for teachers and administrators