Based on feedback solicited from the U.S. Department of Education (ED), Title I, Part D, coordinators, and others in the juvenile justice education field, NDTAC expanded the Title I, Part D, State Coordinator’s Orientation Handbook (PDF), originally released in April 2007. As in the previous version, the 2008 edition of the handbook addresses some of the questions that new Part D State coordinators and staff members may have, from the most basic, such as “What is Title I, Part D?” to some more advanced questions about planning, funding, monitoring, reporting, and other key areas.  

The 2008 edition provides a more indepth look at youth served by Title I, Part D, the key responsibilities of Part D coordinators, and information about who and what NDTAC is and how we can provide assistance. Additionally, the latest version provides greater specificity regarding basic program planning and funding requirements, data reporting and program evaluation requirements, as well as many new and innovative resources and practices in areas of interest to Part D coordinators.

The handbook is designed to:

• Give new State-level coordinators and administrators of Title I, Part D, programs a basic overview of the purpose and operational structure of such programs
• Outline the fundamental responsibilities of the Title I, Part D, coordinator position and explore other areas of interest to coordinators
• Illustrate the relationship between program requirements and Title I, Part D, coordinator responsibilities

The handbook is organized as follows:

Section I: What Is Title I, Part D? This section provides an overview of the Part D program purpose, subparts, and requirements. You also can use this section as a handout for other staff members, partners, or stakeholders to provide them with a basic introduction to the program.

Section II: Part D Coordinators: Overview of Roles, Responsibilities, and Lessons Learned. This section provides an overview of the fundamental responsibilities of the Part D coordinator and general strategies to help new coordinators get started.

Section III: Fundamental Responsibilities. This section reviews the core responsibilities of Part D coordinators, including planning and funding, monitoring, and reporting and evaluation. Each subsection provides general information about each area and outlines responsibilities and resources related to that area.  

Section IV: Spotlight on Areas of Interest. This section provides additional information on key areas that Part D coordinators have identified as being particularly of interest and concern, including transition, students with disabilities, pre- and posttesting, and family involvement.

Published September 2008

• Professional Development Module: A Guide to the Title I, Part D, State-Level Coordinator's Role
• Title I, Part D, Law
• Title I, Part D, Nonregulatory Guidance

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