Student support and academic enrichment grants

The Minnesota Department of Education received a $14.2 million formula grant 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 three primary service categories designed to improve student academic achievement: providing students with access to well-rounded education; improving school conditions for student learning; and enhancing technology utilization to advance academic achievement and digital literacy. The program encompasses academic enrichment initiatives, professional development for educators, technology infrastructure improvements, school safety programs, and mental health support services.

As the state educational agency and primary recipient, the Minnesota Department of Education serves as a pass-through entity, distributing funds to local educational agencies (LEAs), school districts, charter schools, and community-based educational organizations throughout the state. Recipients must maintain program records for three years and comply with federal audit requirements under the Uniform Guidance and Education Department General Administrative Regulations. The formula grant allocation reflects Minnesota's participation in the nationwide Student Support and Academic Enrichment Program, which distributes funding to all 50 states and territories based on established allocation formulas.