Mission 

To support increased student achievement by researching, procuring, monitoring, and managing supplemental funds used to develop, enhance, and support research-based programs and services that address a broad range of needs identified at the classroom, school, district, and community level.

Goal

To support improved achievement among all students in the District and assist in closing the achievement gaps among our students. The Office of Special Programs seeks to pursue high quality, effective programs for all students and staff.

What We Do 

Our office supports all departments and schools in navigating procedural requirements, while ensuring all special aid and grants received are spent in compliance with regulations. Special Programs researches and identifies potential sources of funding, develops and submits grant proposals, and oversees how these grants are distributed to programs. The department monitors the grant's budget, activities, and expenditures, and oversees the implementation of the programs as a whole.