Supporting effective instruction

The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded the Florida Department of Education $28,383,500 under the Supporting Effective Instruction State Grants program (CFDA 84.367) on July 1, 2026.

The Supporting Effective Instruction State Grants program provides funding to State Educational Agencies and, through them, to Local Educational Agencies to increase student academic achievement, improve the quality and effectiveness of teachers, principals, and other school leaders, and provide low-income and minority students greater access to effective educators. State-level activities include reforming teacher and principal certification programs, providing support for new teachers, and delivering professional development for teachers and principals. Local-level activities include recruiting and retaining effective teachers and principals, providing professional development, and reducing class size.

The award carries a period of performance through September 30, 2027, with place of performance in Tallahassee, Florida. The assistance type is a formula grant. The Florida Department of Education, operating through its Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, administers this award as the State Educational Agency. Funds obligated total $28,383,500.