The U.S. Department of Education's Office of Career Technical and Adult Education awarded the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDOE) a $9,774,430.00 Formula Grant under the Adult Education - Basic Grants to States program (CFDA 84.002). This federal grant, with an award date of July 1, 2024 and ultimate completion date of September 30, 2025, will fund local adult education and literacy services in South Carolina, including workplace literacy, family literacy, English language acquisition, and integrated English literacy-civics education programs. The grant targets adults and out-of-school youths aged 16 and older who lack a high school diploma or equivalent, providing comprehensive educational and workforce development support to improve their basic skills, complete secondary education, and transition to postsecondary education or employment. As the state education agency, SCDOE will administer this Formula Grant and distribute sub-awards to local educational agencies, community colleges, non-profit organizations, and other entities to deliver these direct adult education services throughout the state.
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