Can a district implement a program that is aligned with research and best practices but not one of the allowable programs?
Yes. The Department strongly encourages partnerships with institutions of higher education in the development and evaluation of experimental programs. Experimental programs must have a research and theoretical basis and include an evaluation plan reporting empirical evidence to assess the impact of the program on student achievement. In all cases, districts must also ensure that the new or expanded programs shall predominately benefit students with the greatest educational needs including, but not limited to, students with limited English proficiency or who are English language learners, students in poverty, students with disabilities and students with low academic achievement. Any or all of these programs can be the focus of a district’s C4E. The restricted portion of the district’s Contract Amount cannot supplant but rather, must supplement current funding. Foundation Aid not subject to the contract may be used for any legal purpose.
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