Student support and academic enrichment grants

Award Details: The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) received a Formula Grant of $40.91 million 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). The award, effective July 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026, supports comprehensive educational services across Michigan through a pass-through funding mechanism to local educational agencies and school districts.

Products and Services Delivered: Through this federal funding, MDE distributes resources to Michigan school districts to improve student academic achievement across three primary service categories: expanding access to well-rounded education for all students, improving school conditions for student learning, and enhancing technology utilization to advance academic achievement and digital literacy. Sub-awardees—including numerous Michigan school districts such as Dearborn Public Schools, Grand Rapids Public Schools, Detroit Public Schools Community District, Kalamazoo Public Schools, and dozens of smaller districts statewide—utilize these funds to support academic enrichment programs, professional development for educators, school safety initiatives, technology infrastructure upgrades, and mental health support services. The distributed funding enables local educational agencies to serve disadvantaged students, English language learners, and other high-need populations while maintaining compliance with federal audit requirements and record-keeping obligations under the Uniform Guidance and Education Department General Administrative Regulations.