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State officials urge Title I–Title III coordination; clarify funding timing and parent‑engagement expectations
Summary
Melanie Mayeux, supervisor of Federal Support and Grantee Relations and State Director for Migrant Education, told district leaders they should jointly plan Title I and Title III uses and begin mapping federal funds to local EL needs now.
Melanie Mayeux, supervisor of Federal Support and Grantee Relations and State Director for Migrant Education at the Louisiana Department of Education, reviewed federal funding roles for English‑learner services and urged district leaders to coordinate Title I and Title III during planning.
Why it matters: Districts use a mix of federal, state and local funds to deliver core instruction, EL programs and supplemental services. Mayeux said district budget teams should jointly plan Title I and Title III uses so services for English learners are aligned and not duplicated.
Funding timeline and status: Mayeux explained the fiscal calendar and typical timing for federal allocations. She noted…
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