Federal Formula Grant Award Summary

The Alabama State Department of Education received a $22.1 million formula grant award from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Elementary and Secondary Education under the Student Support and Academic Enrichment Program (CFDA 84.424) on July 1, 2025, with a completion date of September 30, 2026. This grant funds initiatives designed to improve student academic achievement and educational opportunities by increasing the capacity of states, local educational agencies (LEAs), schools, and local communities to: (1) provide all students with access to a well-rounded education; (2) improve school conditions for student learning; and (3) enhance the use of technology to improve academic achievement and digital literacy. The funding supports a range of activities including academic enrichment, professional development for educators, technology upgrades, school safety programs, and mental health support services.

Through sub-awards distributed on February 27, 2026, the Alabama State Department of Education allocated portions of this grant to LEAs including Fairfield City Schools and Tuscaloosa City Schools to implement targeted educational programs and initiatives. These sub-grantees utilize the funding to deliver comprehensive educational services focused on improving teaching and learning outcomes, supporting at-risk students, enhancing educator quality, and expanding access to well-rounded education opportunities across their respective school districts in Alabama.