State grant - B preschool (619)

The Ohio Department of Education received a $13.79 million formula grant 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 funds comprehensive special education services for children with disabilities aged 3 through 5 years throughout Ohio, with the state serving as the primary recipient and administrator of funds.

Under this formula grant, the Ohio Department of Education delivers and distributes funding for a range of specialized services including specialized instruction, speech and language therapy, occupational and physical therapy, assistive technology, and individualized support services. The state education agency retains a portion of the award for administrative and state-level activities, then distributes sub-awards to eligible local educational agencies, school districts, charter schools, and intermediate educational units across Ohio. These services are designed to ensure young children with disabilities receive free appropriate public education and are prepared for successful transitions into kindergarten and subsequent academic environments.