If the program is based on the school site but uses an alternate, off-site location for special activities, do the requirements on page 9 apply for that enrichment site?
Yes. • Do educational enrichment activities differ from the academic assistance component? Please refer to page 11 of the RFA for examples of academic assistance and educational enrichment components. The box on page 5 shows examples of past successful practices and creativity in the after-school programs. • Is there a difference between a tutor and a paraprofessional in terms of staffing requirements? Please refer to page 11 of the RFA. Federal legislation does not require tutors or teachers who provide academic enrichment or tutorial services under the 21st CCLC Program to have specific qualifications. However, specific paraprofessional qualifications do apply to LEA employees with instructional duties in 21st CCLC Programs that (1) share funding with Title I-funded programs; and/or (2) are part of the Title I schoolwide program. The paraprofessional requirements for staff hired by an LEA do not apply if the after-school program (1) is not funded with Title I funds; and/or (2) is not
Related Questions
- May a private school apply to implement an after-school program at its school site for students who live in the neighborhood but who do not attend the private school?
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