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26-27 Federal Funds Stakeholder Input Survey

A+ Charter Schools, Inc.
(Home of A+ Academy and Inspired Vision Academy)

Through the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), A+ Charter Schools, Inc. receives federal grant funds through Title I, Part A & Parent and Family Engagement (PFE), Title II, Part A, Title III, Part A, Title IV, Part A, IDEA Part B/Preschool, and Perkins V (CTE). The district is seeking stakeholder input for the 2026–2027 school year regarding how federal funds should be utilized to support student academic achievement and meet the intent and purpose of each federal program. Please provide your input by responding to the questions listed below under each funding source.
1.Which campus does your child attend or are you associated with? (select one)
2.What is your role with A+ Charter Schools, Inc.? (select one)
3.*If Central Office/Administrative Staff, please select department
Title I, Part A/Parent and Family Engagement (PFE)

The purpose of Title I, Part A, is for Improving Basic Programs through supplemental funding to acquire additional education resources at schools serving high concentrations of students from low-income homes. These resources are used to improve the quality of education programs and ensure students from low-income families have opportunities to meet challenging state assessments with the use of evidence-based methods and instructional strategies. In addition, Title I, Part A program insists on robust Parent and Family Engagement (PFE) Activities at every school where federal funds support effective teaching and engaged learning.
4.As A+ Charter Schools, Inc. plans for the utilization of Title I Funds, please review the list below of allowable uses of funds and select the level of priority need.
Low Priority
Moderate Priority
High Priority
Purchase evidence-based resources for classroom use to support effective teaching and engaged learning to increase student achievement.
Professional development for teachers and staff that supports effective teaching and engaged learning to increase student achievement.
Hire staff to provide intervention and tutoring services in core content areas to increase student achievement.
5.We are exploring the following activities to utilize in the 2026-2027 school year. Please select ALL activities you believe would be important to consider.
6.In the space below, please list any other areas/activities you would like A+ Charter Schools, Inc. to consider when developing plans for utilizing Title I, Part A funds.
7.PFE

Parents/Guardians - What would you like administration, teachers, and staff to know when working with parents in the efforts to raise student achievement? (Check all that apply)
Title II, Part A

The purpose of Title II, Part A is to increase student achievement consistent with the challenging State academic standards; improve the quality and effectiveness of teachers, principals, and other school leaders; increase the number of effective teachers, principals, and other school leaders who are effective in improving student academic achievement in schools; and provide low-income and minority students greater access to effective teachers, principals, and other school leaders. The intent of the funding is to support educators in their work to improve the overall quality of instruction and ensure equity of educational opportunity for all students
8.As A+ Charter Schools, Inc. plans for the utilization of Title II Funds, please review the list below of allowable uses of funds and select the level of priority need.
Low Priority
Moderate Priority
High Priority
Support teachers through evidence-based practices, including job-embedded coaching.
Professional development that supports educator growth by providing educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to enable students to succeed and increase student achievement.
Recruit and retain effective teachers and principals.
9.We are exploring the following activities to utilize in the 2026-2027 school year. Please select ALL activities you believe would be important to consider.
10.In the space below, please list any other areas/activities you would like A+ Charter Schools, Inc. to consider when developing plans for utilizing Title II, Part A funds.
Title III, Part A

The purpose of Title III, Part A is aimed to ensure that English learners (ELs) and immigrant students attain English proficiency and develop high levels of academic achievement in English. Title III will also assist all English learners meet the same challenging State academic standards that all children are expected to meet.
11.As A+ Charter Schools, Inc. plans for the utilization of Title III Funds, please review the list below of allowable uses of funds and select the level of priority need.
Low Priority
Moderate Priority
High Priority
Purchase supplemental evidence-based resources (for example, digital platforms such as Summit K-12 that support English language development and academic achievement for emergent bilingual students) for classroom use to support effective teaching and engaged learning to increase student achievement.
Supplemental professional development for teachers and staff that supports effective teaching and engaged learning to increase student achievement for emergent bilingual students.
Hire staff to provide intervention and tutoring services for emergent bilingual students in core content areas to increase student achievement.
12.We are exploring the following activities to utilize in the 2026-2027 school year. Please select ALL activities you believe would be important to consider to increase student achievement of emergent bilingual students.
13.In the space below, please list any other areas/activities you would like A+ Charter Schools, Inc. to consider when developing plans for utilizing Title III, Part A funds.
Title IV, Part A

A+ Charter Schools, Inc. plans to transfer its Title IV, Part A federal funds into the Title I, Part A program for the 2026–2027 school year in accordance with federal transferability provisions. As a result, these funds will be used to support allowable Title I, Part A activities and services designed to improve student academic achievement and provide supplemental support to students most at risk of failing to meet challenging academic standards.

Parent, staff, and stakeholder input is important in helping the district determine how these transferred federal funds should best be utilized to support student needs and campus improvement efforts.
14.Please review the areas below and select the level of priority need for the use of transferred Title I, Part A funds.
Low Priority
Moderate Priority
High Priority
Supplemental instructional support and academic intervention services for students.
Programs and activities to improve student academic achievement in reading, mathematics, and other core academic areas.
Family and parent engagement activities designed to support student learning and academic success.
Professional development and instructional support for teachers and staff to improve student outcomes.
Supplemental educational materials, technology, and resources to support instruction and student achievement.
15.In the space below, please list any additional needs, programs, or activities you would like the district to consider when planning the use of transferred Title I, Part A funds.
IDEA, Part B/Preschool

The purpose of IDEA, Part B funds, is to support special education and early intervention services for children with disabilities.
16.As A+ Charter Schools, Inc. plans for the utilization of IDEA, Part B funds, please review the list below of allowable uses of funds and select the level of priority need.
Low Prioroty
Moderate Priority
High Priority
Purchase instructional resources, assistive technology, and supports to meet the individualized needs of students with disabilities.
Provide professional development for teachers and staff that supports effective teaching and engaged learning to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities.
Provide professional and consulting services to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities. Example of services: Auditory Impairment, Applied Behavioral Analysis, Autism Services, Counseling, Curriculum Development, Homebound, Interpreter, Nurse/Health Services, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, Visual Impairment Services, etc.
17.In the space below, please list any other areas/activities you would like A+ Charter Schools, Inc. to consider when developing plans for utilizing IDEA, Part B funds.
Perkins V: Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century (CTE)

The purpose of Perkins V is to ensure secondary students enrolled in career and technical education programs can fully develop the academic knowledge, technical skills, and employability skills needed to enter the workforce and pursue continued education in their chosen field.
18.As A+ Charter Schools, Inc. plans for the utilization of Perkins V funds, please review the list below of allowable uses of funds and select the level of priority need.
Low Priority
Moderate Priority
High Priority
Increase the percentage of students who obtain a postsecondary certificate, degree, or industry-recognized credentials.
Strengthen CTE offerings by improving access, program quality, and transition points between education and workforce systems and programs.
Provide CTE dual credit coursework as an option for students.
Increase responsiveness to local, regional, and state workforce needs based on labor market information and employer input.
Recruit and retain a sustainable pipeline of CTE educators
Expand access to quality work-based learning for all students.
19.In the space below, please list any other areas/activities you would like A+ Charter Schools, Inc. to consider when developing plans for utilizing Perkins V funds.
Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. A+ Charter Schools, Inc. values stakeholder input and appreciates your participation as the district plans for the utilization of federal funds for the 2026–2027 school year.

If you have any questions regarding this survey, please contact Letty Bernal, Director of Federal Programs, at leticia.bernal@aplus-cs.org

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