Formula Grant S367A260008

The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded the DC State Education Office $2.429979 million on July 1, 2026, under the Supporting Effective Instruction State Grants program (CFDA 84.367). The award funds activities to improve teacher and principal quality, increase student academic achievement consistent with challenging state academic standards, and provide low-income and minority students greater access to effective educators. State-level activities include reforming teacher and principal certification programs, supporting new teachers, and delivering professional development. Local-level activities encompass recruiting and retaining effective teachers and principals, providing professional development, and reducing class size. The DC State Education Office, as the State Educational Agency for Washington, D.C., receives the award and passes subgrants to Local Educational Agencies across the District. Performance runs through September 30, 2027, with place of performance at Washington, D.C. The assistance type is a formula grant.