Project Grant HE12542415050

The U.S. Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) awarded a $1,000,000 Project Grant to Altus Public Schools under the CFDA 12.556 Competitive Grants: Promoting K-12 Student Achievement at Military-Connected Schools program. The grant, with an award date of September 30, 2024 and ultimate completion date of May 31, 2029, will fund Altus Public Schools to provide academic, social, and emotional support programs for highly mobile military-connected K-12 students in the Altus, Oklahoma region. The grant aims to close achievement gaps, promote educational innovation, and ensure consistent learning experiences for students from military families. Altus Public Schools, a U.S. local government and school district entity, will utilize the funding to deliver a range of educational goods and services, including curriculum development, academic interventions, counseling, enrichment programs, educator training, technology integration, and language immersion programs to support the unique needs of military-connected students.