Which federal program supports professional development aimed at improving teaching quality and principals?

• A. Title I
• B. Title III
• C. Title II
• D. IDEA

Answer: (C)

Professional development for teachers and principals is funded primarily by Title II. These funds are designated to improve teaching quality and school leadership through ongoing, job-embedded professional development, coaching, mentoring, and leadership training for administrators. By investing in teachers’ skills and principals’ capacity to lead instructional improvements, Title II aims to raise student achievement across the district.

Other federal programs serve different purposes: Title I provides extra resources to high-need schools to boost overall student achievement; Title III funds are for English language learner programs and related professional development for ELL teachers; IDEA funds support special education services and supports.