Kuliso qualifies as an allowable expenditure under Title III of ESSA and IDEA Part B. Districts across the country are using federal ELL funding to purchase AI tutoring software that serves every language in their student population — at a fraction of the cost of traditional alternatives.
Most districts with ELL populations receive both Title III and IDEA funding. Kuliso can be purchased through either stream — or both, for dual-classified students.
Title III funds support English language acquisition and academic achievement for ELL and immigrant students. Technology and software that directly supports English language development is an explicitly allowable use.
For ELL students who also have Individualized Education Programs ("dual-classified students"), IDEA Part B funds can support Kuliso as an assistive technology or specialized instructional software.
Title III funds are limited. The question isn't just whether a tool qualifies — it's whether it delivers more value per Title III dollar than the alternatives.
| Platform | Languages Supported | WIDA Aligned | IEP Accommodations | Cost / ELL Student / Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kuliso | 20+ | ✓ Yes | ✓ Built in | $8 Best Value |
| Large ELL platform (enterprise) | 10–15 | Partial | Limited | $25–50 |
| Translation-focused app | 100+ (translation only) | ✗ No | ✗ No | $5–15 |
| General tutoring platform (ELL add-on) | 1–3 | ✗ No | Manual only | $10–30 |
| In-person tutoring (per hour) | Depends on tutor | Varies | Varies | $800–2,400 |
📊 For a district with 300 ELL students: Kuliso costs approximately $2,400/year — leaving $27,600–$72,600 in Title III funds for other program needs (compared to spending $10,000–$15,000 on competing platforms for the same student population). At $8/student/year, Kuliso typically represents less than 8% of a district's annual Title III allocation per ELL student.
Title III requires that funds advance English language acquisition and academic achievement for ELL students. Here's what Kuliso delivers against those requirements.
AI tutor explicitly builds English academic vocabulary through bilingual instruction, cognate detection, and WIDA-aligned scaffolding that increases with each ELP level.
Tracks each student's ELP growth (WIDA levels 1–6) over time. Export data for WIDA ACCESS preparation, annual program reviews, and district Title III reporting.
Usage reports, engagement data, learning outcomes, and accommodation records — exportable for Title III grant reports and state ELL program audits.
Standards-aligned content in Math, ELA, Science, and Social Studies — ensuring ELL students advance academically while developing English proficiency simultaneously.
Per-student learning progress data and support usage reports help inform team meetings, program documentation, and student case reviews — reducing coordinator workload.
Title III requires meaningful family communication. Kuliso provides progress updates and homework support to families in 20+ languages — addressing this requirement directly.
The procurement process is straightforward. We provide all the documentation your district needs to make the purchase through your Title III grant.
Contact our district team at kuliso.org/districts. We'll send you district pricing, product description documentation, ESSA alignment statement, and evidence of effectiveness — the documents your procurement team needs.
Work with your district's Title III coordinator or ELL director to identify the appropriate funding stream (Title III, IDEA, or both for dual-classified students). Most districts use Title III Section 3115 for ELL-specific technology purchases.
Reference ESSA Title III, Section 3115 — Allowable Uses of Funds, specifically the provision for "technology, materials, or other instructional resources" that support ELL students. Kuliso's pricing and documentation support this application directly.
Once procurement is approved, our team handles onboarding, rostering, and teacher training. Most districts are fully deployed within 2 weeks of purchase. We provide ongoing support for Title III reporting throughout the grant period.
Yes. Kuliso qualifies as an allowable expenditure under Title III (English Language Acquisition, Language Enhancement, and Academic Achievement Act) of ESSA. Title III funds can be used for technology, software, and instructional materials that support English language acquisition for ELL students. Kuliso provides this directly — AI tutoring in 20+ native languages, WIDA-aligned instruction, and accommodation support specifically for ELL students.
Yes. For students who are both English language learners and have IEPs (dual-classified students), IDEA Part B funds can support Kuliso as an assistive technology or specialized instructional tool. Kuliso provides built-in accommodations including text-to-speech in native language, self-paced learning, visual supports, and simplified language — covering the most common IEP accommodation categories for ELL students with disabilities.
Kuliso provides districts with: product description and ESSA alignment documentation, evidence of effectiveness for ELL outcomes, usage reports showing student engagement and time-on-task, learning progress data tied to WIDA ELP standards, and accommodation implementation reports for IEP/504 compliance. These documents support Title III grant reporting and district procurement processes.
Kuliso's district pricing starts at $8 per student per year — significantly lower than most ELL-specific platforms that range from $15 to $50+ per student annually. For a district with 500 ELL students, Kuliso costs approximately $4,000/year compared to $7,500–$25,000 for competing platforms. Title III allocation per ELL student is typically $100–$250/year, giving districts ample room to fund Kuliso within existing budgets.
Yes. Individual teacher plans start at $2.99/month ($35.88/year) — within the range of most classroom supply stipends and Title I instructional materials budgets. Teachers don't need to wait for district procurement to start using Kuliso. Many teachers start on the individual plan and then transition to a district contract once they've demonstrated the tool's value.
At $8 per ELL student per year, Kuliso lets districts deploy AI tutoring in 20+ languages across their entire ELL population — with room left in the Title III budget for other program needs.