ESSA 25-26 Public Comment
Public Comments on the ESSA 2025-2026 Consolidated Federal Grant Application
The Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Program-Specific Provisions and Assurances requires districts to receive public comment before the ESSA Consolidated Grant Application is submitted to TEA.
Stafford Municipal School District is projecting to submit the 2025-2026 ESSA Consolidated Federal Grant Application by the deadline on Wednesday, September 3, 2025 for the grants that are listed below.
SMSD invites community members and stakeholders to provide feedback on our intent to apply for federal funds under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for the 2025-2026 school year.
The public comment period is open from ________________________________.
To make public comments, __________________________________.
Overview of Federal Grant Applications
| Grant Name | Grant Description |
|---|---|
| Title I, Part A |
Title I, Part A provides supplemental funding to acquire additional education resources at schools serving high concentrations of students from low-income homes. These supplemental resources are used to improve the quality of instructional programs and ensure students from low-income families have opportunities to meet state performance standards. TEA, Federal Program Compliance – Title I, Part A |
| Title II, Part A |
The purpose of Title II, Part A is to increase student achievement by improving the quality and effectiveness of teachers, principals and other school leaders. TEA, Federal Program Compliance – Title II, Part A |
| Title III, Part A – ELA |
Title III, Part A aims to ensure English learners and immigrant students attain English proficiency and develop high levels of academic achievement in English. TEA, Special Populations – Title III, Part A |
| Title IV, Part A - SSAEP |
Title IV aims to improve students’ academic achievement by providing all students with access to a well-rounded education, improve school conditions for student learning (safe and healthy students) and improve the use of technology (digital literacy of students). TEA, Federal Program Compliance – Title IV, Part A |