The U.S. Department of Education awarded a $6,659,535 Formula Grant under the Student Support and Academic Enrichment Program (CFDA 84.424) to the Maine Department of Education. This grant aims to improve student academic achievement by increasing the capacity of states, local educational agencies, schools, and communities to provide all students access to a well-rounded education; improve school conditions for student learning; and enhance the use of technology to improve academic achievement and digital literacy.
As the prime recipient, the Maine Department of Education has sub-awarded funding to local school districts, charter schools, educational cooperatives, and community organizations across Maine. These sub-awardees are utilizing the funds to deliver a range of educational services and programs, including providing nutritious meals, purchasing local food, upgrading technology, improving teacher quality, expanding access to well-rounded curricula, offering special education services, and responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. The sub-awards vary in size but generally range from approximately $2,000 to $15,000 per recipient.
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