1. SPDG Bidders Webinar Monday April 19, 2010
Louisiana SPDG: Collaborating with LEAs
Melanie Lemoine

2. Louisiana SPDG and LEAs
Support 15 LEAs in the state
Most at District Level Support; Some at School Level Support
Goal is to leverage what they are already doing; SPDG should not be separate initiative
Collaborate funds across sources
Districts sign MOU each year

3. School Improvement Framework
Schools and Districts identify PD needs based on their data
Must include certain elements in all PD:
Data
UDL – Accessible curriculum for all
Disproportionality
Family Engagement
Tiered Model of Interventions for Behavior and Academics

4. Districts Focus on a Variety of Efforts
Literacy
Behavior
RtI
Inclusive Practices

5. District Allocations Very specific funding formula Incentive Dollars
BESE approved
Based on number of schools participating
Based on number of years in project (decreased over time)
Incentive Dollars
Districts can increase allocations if they meet certain criteria:
Above state average for LRE
Above state average for GPS
Below state average for out-of-school suspension
Zero out pervious year’s allocation

6. Support as We Move Forward
Districts as Mentors for new districts
Reduce support intensity to ensure sustainability
Scale up practices
Ensure changes in practice