### Question
How is the term provider defined?


### Answer
The term **provider** is defined in *20 U.S.C. § 6316* as the following:

> a non-profit entity, a for-profit entity, or a local educational agency that—


(i) has a demonstrated record of effectiveness in increasing student academic achievement

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 6316*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 70-STRENGTHENING AND IMPROVEMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS > SUBCHAPTER I-IMPROVING THE ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF THE DISADVANTAGED > Part A-Improving Basic Programs Operated by Local Educational Agencies > subpart 1-basic program requirements**

