U.S. Department of education FY24 invited to apply - fiscal year 2024 K12 congressionally funded community projects

The U.S. Department of Education awarded a $105,000 Project Grant to the Manchester School District in Manchester, NH under the Innovative Approaches to Literacy; Promise Neighborhoods; Full-Service Community Schools; and Congressionally Directed Spending for Elementary and Secondary Education Community Projects program (CFDA 84.215). The funding will support the establishment of community schools and enhance educational programming and community-focused initiatives that improve student learning and well-being. This federal grant award, with a project period from September 1, 2024 to August 31, 2025, is part of the Department of Education's broader efforts to develop literacy skills, provide comprehensive support services, and create community-based educational opportunities for children and students in high-need areas. The Manchester School District, the largest urban school district in New Hampshire, serves over 12,000 students and has actively leveraged federal grant funding to implement targeted programs and services.