Migrant education

The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded $20.869 million to Education & Early Development Alaska DEP (Administrative Services Division) on July 1, 2026, under the Migrant Education State Grant Program (CFDA 84.011, assistance type: Formula Grant).

The award funds Alaska's efforts to ensure migratory children have the opportunity to meet the same challenging state content and performance standards expected of all children. Education & Early Development Alaska DEP, the state educational agency, administers the grant and works closely with local educational agencies, institutions of higher education, and public and nonprofit private agencies that serve migratory children across the state.

The award obligated $20.869 million with a period of performance extending from July 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027. Place of performance is Juneau, Alaska. Unspent funds may be carried over into the next fiscal year. Program records must be maintained for three years or longer depending on applicable exceptions.