The Henry County School System receives federal funds under Title II, Part A of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). The purpose of Title II, Part A is to increase academic achievement by improving the quality and effectiveness of teachers, principals, and other school leaders.

Funds are used to:

• Support professional learning opportunities for teachers, principals, and staff.

• Recruit, hire, and retain effective teachers and leaders.

• Provide evidence-based strategies to improve instruction and student outcomes.

Parents of students attending schools in the Henry County School System have the right to request information regarding the professional qualifications of their child’s teachers, including:

• Whether the teacher has met state certification/licensing requirements;

• Whether the teacher is teaching under an emergency or other provisional status;

• The teacher’s degree major and other graduate certification or degree;

• Whether the child is provided services by paraprofessionals and, if so, their qualifications.

For more information about Title II, Part A or to request teacher qualification information, please contact David Kibbler, Federal Programs Director, kibblerd@henryk12.net, 731-642-9733.