Federal Grant Award Summary

The Ohio Department of Education (ODE) received a $48.1 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 initiatives designed to improve student academic achievement and educational opportunities across Ohio's K-12 system. ODE administers these funds as a pass-through entity, distributing resources to local educational agencies, school districts, charter schools, and community organizations throughout the state to implement targeted educational programs.

The grant enables funded recipients to deliver three core categories of services: (1) well-rounded educational programming that expands student access to comprehensive academic offerings; (2) improvements to school conditions that support student learning and safety; and (3) technology integration initiatives that enhance academic achievement and digital literacy. These funds support diverse activities including academic enrichment, professional development for educators, school safety programs, mental health support services, and technology infrastructure upgrades. As the primary state educational agency administrator, ODE coordinates implementation across Ohio's educational system while ensuring compliance with federal audit and record-retention requirements under the Uniform Guidance and applicable Education Department General Administrative Regulations.