Supporting effective instruction

The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded the New York State Education Department $27.81 million on July 1, 2026, under the Supporting Effective Instruction State Grants program (CFDA 84.367). The award supports state-level and local-level activities to increase student academic achievement consistent with challenging state academic standards, improve the quality and effectiveness of teachers, principals, and other school leaders, and provide low-income and minority students greater access to effective teachers and leaders. 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 funding covers the period from July 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027, with place of performance in Albany, New York. As a state educational agency, NYSED distributes subgrants through local educational agencies, school districts, charter schools, and community organizations across New York State to implement educational initiatives and support student achievement.