Supporting effective instruction

The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction $2.429 million under the Supporting Effective Instruction State Grants program (CFDA 84.367) on July 1, 2026. The award supports state-level and local-level activities to increase student academic achievement, improve the quality and effectiveness of teachers, principals, and school leaders, and provide low-income and minority students greater access to effective educators. Eligible 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. Performance occurs in Bismarck, North Dakota, with a period of performance through September 30, 2027. As a state educational agency, NDDPI receives this formula grant and distributes subgrants to local educational agencies, educational cooperatives, and other eligible entities throughout North Dakota. The award is classified as a formula grant under the Supporting Effective Instruction program, which provides funds to state educational agencies and, through them, to local educational agencies to support teacher and leader effectiveness and student achievement consistent with state academic standards.