The Title III Consortium makes available to districts who do not receive Title III funds directly (under $10,000) a means by which to access monies for the purpose of enhancing or expanding existing ESL programs, provide professional development for ESL and content teachers for English Learners (EL), have access to a library of appropriate materials for EL and ongoing consultation to districts regarding best practices for their English Learners.
Participation Levels
Basic: District required to participate
- Use of consortium library
- Information from ODE regarding ELs
- Quarterly meeting participation
- Consultation regarding intervention, assessment, and program questions
- Assessment materials for initial identification of ELs
Level 1: District elective participation
- Use of consortium library
- Information from ODE regarding LEP
- Quarterly meeting participation
- Consultation regarding intervention, assessment, and program questions (2 days)
Level 2: District elective participation
- Use of consortium library
- Information from ODE regarding ELs
- Quarterly meeting participation
- Consultation regarding intervention, assessment, and program questions
- Consultation regarding establishment of new EL programs
- System-wide professional development for EL populations (4 days)
- Audit tool and consultation for best practices
Any district in Hamilton, Butler, Clermont, or Warren Counties may participate in the consortium regardless of their allotment from the Ohio Department of Education for an additional fee. Those districts will have access to the consortium library as well as professional development training and consultation. The consortium meets quarterly to discuss current topics, collaborate around best practices, and share state updates for ELs.
Contact
Heidi Messbarger
513.674.4359
heidi.messbarger@hcesc.org
Connie Reyes-Rau
513.674.4298
connie.reyesrau@hcesc.org