State grant - B preschool (619)

The North Dakota Department of Public Instruction received a $901,424 formula grant award from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services under the Special Education Preschool Grants program (CFDA 84.173), effective July 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. This award supports the delivery of comprehensive special education services to children with disabilities ages 3 through 5 years residing in North Dakota, ensuring they receive free appropriate public education and are adequately prepared for transition into kindergarten.

Funded services include specialized instruction, speech and language therapy, occupational and physical therapy, assistive technology, and individualized support services. As the state education agency, NDDPI administers the award and distributes sub-grants to local school districts, educational cooperatives, intermediate educational units, and other regional educational organizations throughout the state. The program's formula-based allocation ensures equitable distribution of federal resources to support preschool special education initiatives across North Dakota's diverse communities.