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Criteria: For programs under ESSER I and GEER I, an LEA that receives funds under one or both programs must provide equitable services in the same manner as provided under section 1117 of Title I, Part A of the ESEA (20 USC 6320) to students and teachers in private schools as determined in consultation with private school officials (section 18005(a) of the CARES Act. To meet this requirement, an LEA must determine the proportional share of funds available for equitable services. Condition: The District did not offer funds from ESSER I and GEER I to private schools in the same manner as provided under Title I. Questioned Cost: Unknown Context: This finding is limited to ESSER I and GEER I. ESSER II, III and GEER II funding to the LEA does not have this requirement as private schools are directly funded. Effect: The District did not offer funding from ESSER I and GEER I to private schools. Recommendation: Consistent with sections 8501 and 8503 of ESEA, a private school may file a complaint directly with the California Department of Education (CDE). Views of Responsible Officials: The District plans to ensure that all employees funded by federal programs either fully funded or partially funded, complete the Personnel Activity Report form as required by law (Title 2, CFR 200.303). The district will monitor and review with all sites and departments for the completion of the PARs form on an ongoing basis. In addition, the district will provide training for current and new employees to acquire the knowledge necessary and required in the completion of the PARs document.