Department of Federal Programs

Overview

The Department of Federal Programs provides support to administrators, teachers, and support staff in improving educational outcomes of all CCSD students; supporting the development and implementation of standards-based interventions; planning and implementing programs; assisting school leaders and district personnel in meeting federal grant requirements. 

All 21 schools in CCSD are school-wide (SW) Title I programs.

Department Responsibilities

  • Title I, Part A-Improving Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged

  • 1003A School Improvement Grant (SIG)

  • Title II, Part A-Supporting Effective Instruction Grant

  • Title IV, Part A -Student Support and Academic Enrichment (SSAE)

  • Consolidation of Funds (Fund 150)

  • Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) Information

The department also oversees the following offices and programs:

Important Links

Contact Information

Donna Elder

Dr. Donna Elder

Executive Director of Federal Programs

Email Donna Elder: elderdo@clarke.k12.ga.us

706-546-7721, Ext. 79514

Samantha Thomas

Samantha Thomas

Department Secretary and Assistant to the Executive Director

Email Samantha Thomas: thomass2@clarke.k12.ga.us

706-546-7721, Ext. 79718