Enhanced technologies supporting learning futures and healthcare careers

The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded Central Michigan University $1.226 million on June 1, 2026, under the Innovative Approaches to Literacy program (CFDA 84.215) for the project "Enhanced Technologies Supporting Learning Futures and Healthcare Careers." The award runs through August 14, 2030, with place of performance in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan.

The Innovative Approaches to Literacy program supports high-quality projects that develop and improve literacy skills for children and students from birth through 12th grade in high-need local educational agencies and schools. Eligible grantees may use funds to develop or enhance school library programs through professional learning for librarians or updated materials; support early literacy services including parent outreach for young children; and distribute books and reading materials to increase student reading motivation, performance, and frequency. Awards are competitively selected and typically run for up to five years. Continuation awards after the initial budget period are made subject to appropriations and the recipient's substantial progress toward project goals, submission of required reports, and determination that continuation serves the government's interests.