Tool Released to Help States and LEAs Implement SIG Models

Washington, Feb. 1 — States and local school districts now have a handy tool to help them implement the revamped $3.5 billion Title I School Improvement Grant (SIG) program.

In recent weeks, the U.S. Department of Education (ED) has been busy releasing SIG-related application packets, notices, regulations and guidance (see “School Improvement Grants” at http://www.schoolgrants2009.com/content/laws-regulations-guidance-and-applications). Some of the final requirements related to the program have confused the state and local officials charged with implementing it, meaning the new guide likely will be welcomed by educators at all levels.