Non-Public School Ombudsman

​​Titles I and VIII of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) require states to designate an ombudsman to help ensure equitable services requirements for eligible private school children, teachers and other educational personnel, and families are met.

​The ombudsman serves as the state's primary point of contact for addressing questions and concerns from private school officials and districts regarding the provision of equitable services under ESSA Sections 1117 and 8501.

Kentucky Department of Education Program Webpages

The federal programs for which equitable services to non-public schools must be provided include:

• Title I, Part A: Improving Basic Programs Operated by Local Educational Agencies

• Title I, Part C: Education of Migratory Children

• Title II, Part A: Supporting Effective Instruction

• Title III, Part A: English Language Acquisition, Language Enhancement, and Academic Achievement Act

• Title IV, Part A: Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grants

• Title IV, Part B: 21st Century Community Learning Centers