Krista Turner, the district’s Federal Programs Director, briefed the board on Title I/II/III funding streams and how they are used to support instruction, professional development and English‑learner services. Turner said the district uses Title funds to offset multiple salaries and supports (class‑size reduction teachers, behavior interventionists, ELA supplemental teachers) and to underwrite some administrative positions.

Turner warned that federal allocation updates can arrive late and that districts must plan carefully because Title budgets can require local carryover or district pick‑up of costs if allocations fall short. She explicitly noted a statewide change slated for 2026‑27 that eliminates the 'bypass' mechanism that previously routed certain funds for non‑public schools and will require interactive planning and allocations between the district and non‑public schools.

Board members asked clarifying questions about which private/parochial schools would be affected and how the district will manage the additional workload and budgeting responsibilities once bypass is removed.