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The No Child Left Behind Act re-authorized the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (an extensive statute which funds primary and secondary education). Funds are authorized for professional development, instructional materials, resources to support educational programs, and parental involvement promotion. (www.ed.gov).

Title I provides funding on a formula basis to assist schools with high numbers or high percentages of economically disadvantaged children to help ensure that all children meet state academic standards. Some uses of funds include: instructional materials, professional development, and before and after school programs. Funds are generally used to improve academic achievement in reading and math, but funds can be used to improve student achievement in all of the core academic subjects.

Ignite! Learning meets Title I grant requirements through:

• Research-based, standards-aligned curriculum
• Integrating technology into the classroom
• Engaging students
• Appealing to all types of learners
• Ignite! Success Program

For more information:
http://www.ed.gov/programs/titleiparta/index.html

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IDEA funding supplements and/or increases the level of special education and related services provided to eligible students with disabilities. Some uses of funds include: technology; instructional materials; technical assistance, personnel preparation, and professional development and training; and transportation for students with disabilities.

Ignite! Learning meets IDEA grant requirements through:

• Appealing to all types of learners
• Integrating technology into the classroom
• Ignite! Success Program

For more information:
http://idea.ed.gov/explore/home

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Title II, Part B grants support improved student achievement in mathematics and science through enhanced training for science and math teachers. Some uses of funds include professional development and teacher recruitment.

Ignite! Learning meets Mathematics and Science Partnerships grant requirements through:

• Providing teachers with cutting-edge mathematics curriculum that is research-based and aligned to standards
• Ignite! Success Program

For more information:
http://www.ed.gov/programs/mathsci/index.html

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The Teaching American History grant funds programs that enhance teachers' knowledge, understanding and appreciation of American history.

Ignite! Learning meets Teaching American History grant requirements through:

• A comprehensive Early American History course that is research-based and aligned to state standards
• Ignite! Success Program

For more information:
http://www.ed.gov/programs/teachinghistory/index.html

Additional Resources:

U.S. Department of Education, Office of Elementary and Secondary Education, No Child Left Behind: A Desktop Reference, Washington, D.C., 2002.
http://www.ed.gov/admins/lead/account/nclbreference/page.html

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