The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) received a $5,277,202 Education for Homeless Children and Youth Formula Grant (CFDA 84.196) from the U.S. Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education, effective July 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024. This funding supports PDE's efforts to ensure that all homeless children and youth in Pennsylvania have equal access to public education. Through this grant, PDE will administer sub-awards to local education agencies, non-profits, intermediate units, and other institutions statewide to provide services such as student meal provision, academic support for disadvantaged students, educational resources, technology integration, teacher professional development, and workforce training. The grant is part of the Department of Education's broader initiatives to promote educational equity and opportunity.