Developing a Title I Desk Manual with Jack O'Connor
Presented by Walking YZ Educational Consulting Services in partnership with MTPLC
August 13, 2026
8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Helena College -- 1115 North Roberts Street, Helena, Montana, 59601
The Title I Training with Jack O’Connor is a targeted, capacity-building professional learning opportunity designed to help school districts strengthen their understanding and implementation of Title I requirements.
Participants will receive structured guidance, practical tools, and actionable strategies to support effective program design, compliance, and documentation.
This training follows a proven model that combines group learning with practical application, ensuring districts leave with clear next steps and usable resources. It is especially valuable for districts seeking to build internal capacity and improve the effectiveness of their Title I programs.
This workshop is focused upon developing a high-quality Title I program, which is a daunting task. Administrators and teachers must be able to navigate the complex world of federal and state laws while meeting student needs. Districts must also be prepared to successfully complete required Title I monitoring processes.
Participants will receive an overview of Title I law, support in reviewing existing Title I plans, and guidance in developing a practical desk manual for future Title I program implementation and compliance.
Purpose
Workshop Outcomes
Intended Audience
Facilitator
Jack O’Connor
Jack O’Connor served as the Federal Grants Unit Director for the Montana Office of Public Instruction. In this role, he oversaw the distribution and monitoring of:
Jack brings extensive expertise in:
Training Details
Participation & Cost
Group Pricing
Individual Registration
Learn More
Walking YZ Consulting Services:
https://www.mtplc.org/federal-education-programs--consulting.html
For more information, contact [email protected]
Register at https://forms.gle/HRvphwSQUNoDrnsE7
Presented by Walking YZ Educational Consulting Services in partnership with MTPLC
August 13, 2026
8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Helena College -- 1115 North Roberts Street, Helena, Montana, 59601
The Title I Training with Jack O’Connor is a targeted, capacity-building professional learning opportunity designed to help school districts strengthen their understanding and implementation of Title I requirements.
Participants will receive structured guidance, practical tools, and actionable strategies to support effective program design, compliance, and documentation.
This training follows a proven model that combines group learning with practical application, ensuring districts leave with clear next steps and usable resources. It is especially valuable for districts seeking to build internal capacity and improve the effectiveness of their Title I programs.
This workshop is focused upon developing a high-quality Title I program, which is a daunting task. Administrators and teachers must be able to navigate the complex world of federal and state laws while meeting student needs. Districts must also be prepared to successfully complete required Title I monitoring processes.
Participants will receive an overview of Title I law, support in reviewing existing Title I plans, and guidance in developing a practical desk manual for future Title I program implementation and compliance.
Purpose
- Build confidence and clarity in Title I requirements and implementation
- Strengthen program planning, documentation, and compliance practices
- Support districts in improving outcomes for students served through Title I
- Help districts develop practical systems and procedures for ongoing program management
Workshop Outcomes
- Better understand Title I, Part A requirements and implementation
- Learn effective practices from colleagues and experienced leadership
- Develop a Title I desk manual containing:
- Testing procedures
- Program timelines
- Parent communication windows
- Assigned staff roles and responsibilities
- Documentation procedures
- Monitoring preparation tools
- Compliance checklists and organizational systems
Intended Audience
- District administrators
- Federal programs coordinators
- Title I program staff
- Instructional leaders and principals
- Business managers and support staff involved in Title I
Facilitator
Jack O’Connor
Jack O’Connor served as the Federal Grants Unit Director for the Montana Office of Public Instruction. In this role, he oversaw the distribution and monitoring of:
- Title I, Parts A, C, and D
- Title II, Part A
- Title III
- Title V (RLIS)
- Title IX (McKinney-Vento Homeless Education) Programs
Jack brings extensive expertise in:
- The Egrants grant management system
- Targeted Assistance and Schoolwide Programs
- Private and non-public participation in federal education programs
- Transitioning Targeted Assistance programs into Schoolwide Title I programs
- School improvement plan development, implementation, and evaluation
Training Details
- Date: August 13, 2026
- Time: 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
- Location: Helena College -- 1115 North Roberts Street, Helena, Montana, 59601
- Facilitator: Jack O’Connor
- Format: In-person training with guided support and practical tools
Participation & Cost
- Minimum of 4 districts required to proceed
- Includes 6 OPI units
Group Pricing
- Small District (up to 2 staff): $1,000
- Medium District (3–5 staff): $1,500
- Large District (6–10 staff): $2,500
Individual Registration
- Single Registrant: $750
Learn More
Walking YZ Consulting Services:
https://www.mtplc.org/federal-education-programs--consulting.html
For more information, contact [email protected]
Register at https://forms.gle/HRvphwSQUNoDrnsE7