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Funding Resources for Panorama Tools

Learn about federal funding that can be used to purchase Panorama Education products.

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Formula Funds

Federal education dollars can play an important role in helping districts expand services, strengthen implementation, and support student outcomes beyond what state and local budgets alone may cover. Under ESSA and other federal programs, schools may access both formula funding and competitive grants to support academic achievement, instructional quality, and targeted interventions.

Competitive Grants

Competitive grants are awarded through an application process and typically support larger, more targeted initiatives over multiple years. These opportunities usually require a clearly defined need, a strong implementation plan, measurable goals, and evidence that the proposed investment will improve outcomes for students or schools.

Common Federal Formula Funding Sources 

Title I, Part A — Improving Basic Programs

Title I helps schools and districts serve students from low-income backgrounds, particularly those who need additional academic support to meet state standards. Districts often use these funds for evidence-based interventions, academic supports, and services designed to narrow achievement gaps.

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Title II, Part A — Supporting Effective Instruction

Title II supports efforts to strengthen teaching and school leadership. Funding may be used for professional learning, instructional coaching, and activities that help educators use data, assessments, and evidence-based practices to improve instruction and student outcomes.

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Title III, Part A — English Learners

Title III is intended to help English learners and immigrant students develop English proficiency while progressing academically. Districts may use these funds to support language development, instructional programs, and resources that help multilingual learners access rigorous learning opportunities.

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Title IV, Part A — Student Support and Academic Enrichment

Title IV-A gives districts flexible funding to support a well-rounded education, safer and healthier learning environments, and effective uses of technology. It is often used for initiatives that strengthen school climate, student engagement, mental health supports, and instructional access.

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Title V, Part B — Rural Education Achievement Program

Title V helps eligible rural districts make more strategic use of federal funds in ways that reflect local context and need. These dollars are intended to give rural systems added flexibility as they address staffing, programming, student support, and instructional priorities.

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IDEA, Part B

IDEA Part B supports services for students with disabilities and can also help districts build early intervening and multi-tiered support systems. In practice, these funds may help schools strengthen identification, intervention, and coordinated support for students who need additional assistance.

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Perkins V Funding

Perkins V is the primary federal funding stream for career and technical education. The law provides formula funding to states to support the development, expansion, and improvement of CTE programs and pathways, with a focus on preparing students for college and careers through high-quality instruction and aligned experiences. Districts and postsecondary partners often use Perkins funds to strengthen program quality, improve student access and outcomes, and better connect education with workforce needs.

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Find the Right Tools and Funding for Your Needs

Funding Source
Student Success
Surveys & Engagement
Panorama Solara
Solara w/ Class Companion
Panorama Pathways
Title I, Part A
Strong
Good
Good
Strong
Selective
Title II, Part A
Good
Good
Strong
Good
—
Title III, Part A
Good
Good
Good
Good
Selective
Title IV, Part A
Strong
Strong
Good
Good
Selective
Title V, Part B (REAP)
Good
Good
Good
Selective
Good
IDEA, Part B
Strong
Good
Good
Selective
Selective
Comprehensive Literacy State Development
Good
Selective
Good
Strong
—
Stronger Connections Grant
Strong
Strong
Good
Selective
—
Perkins V Funding
Good
Selective
Selective
—
Strong
District budget / general operating funds
Strong
Strong
Strong
Strong
Strong

Other Frequently Used Funding Options

District budget funds

Many school systems rely on existing local budget lines to purchase instructional tools, student support resources, professional learning, and related services. Depending on the district, these dollars may come from curriculum and instruction budgets, assessment budgets, technology allocations, school improvement funds, library or materials budgets, or support from local education foundations and parent organizations. One of the most effective approaches is to build these costs into the annual planning and budgeting cycle rather than waiting for a one-time funding opportunity.

 

Foundation and corporate funding

Private foundations and corporate giving programs can also be useful sources of support, especially when a district’s initiative aligns with a funder’s priorities. Many funders focus on areas such as literacy, STEM, student well-being, early learning, or historically underserved student groups. Some award grants nationally, while others limit funding to specific states, regions, or local communities where they have a strong presence.