State and Federal Grant Programs

Listed below is a description of state and federal programs that bring resources into Pinconning Area Schools:

Section 31a
Program Contact: Mike Vieau

Section 31a provides supplementary instructional and pupil support services for pupils who meet at-risk criteria specified in the legislation. The criteria include low achievement on MEAP or the presence of two or more identified at-risk factors. Funds may also be used for class size reductions in grades 1 - 6 in schools above the district's poverty percentage.

Title I, Part A
Program Contact: Mike Vieau

This program is designed to help disadvantaged children who are failing, or most at risk of failing, to meet the district's core academic curriculum standards. Instruction is supplementary and delivered as schoolwide projects. Staff development activities and parent involvement activities are provided. District and school plans are coordinated with other local, state, and federal programs. Staff and parents are involved in the development of district and school improvement plans.

Title II A
Program Contact: Mike Vieau

Title II A provides a focus on recruiting, training, and retaining highly qualified staff, as well as recruiting and hiring supplementary staff. Funds may be used to reduce class size, particularly in the early grades. The program coordinates with district needs regarding class size, professional development, and the recruiting, hiring, and retaining of highly qualified staff. Parent involvement is part of Title II A.

Title II D, Subpart 1
Program Contact: Darren Kroczaleski

This program focuses on technology as a support to student academic achievement. A percentage of funds must be used for staff development.

Title V
Program Contact: Mike Vieau

Title V is designed for innovative programs. All districts in the Bay-Arenac Intermediate School District collectively determine area needs.

Section 57.3: Gifted and Talented Funds
Program Contact: Mike Vieau

This program provides funding for gifted and talented students, such as Advanced Placement, Odyssey of the Mind, Science Olympiad, Math Olympics, cultural events, and library enrichment materials.

CSRD - Central Elementary
Program Contact:

Comprehensive School Reform Development is being used at the Middle School for professional development activities to assist teachers in helping students develop the skills to master the state standards and benchmarks.

Career Preparation System
Program Contact: Salle O'Neill

Career Prep is a state-level grant that provides students opportunities to explore a variety of careers throughout their K-12 education and beyond, including integrated instruction that emphasizes the application of academics to the world of work. Major components of Career Prep include career pathways, comprehensive guidance and counseling, assisting students with an educational development plan, and providing contextual or authentic learning.

Title VI, Part B, Subpart 2
Program Contacts: Mike Vieau

This program allows small rural communities assistance in needed areas.