Federal Programs are designed to ensure that all students have access to a high-quality education, enabling them to meet or exceed challenging state academic standards and assessments. These programs offer flexible funding to support various initiatives, including hiring additional instructional staff, providing professional development, extending instructional time, and implementing strategies to boost student achievement in participating schools. The focus is on school-wide improvements and the use of evidence-based instructional methods and rigorous academic content. Below are the key Federal Programs in this category: