Jacksonville State University received a $2.61 million Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Elementary and Secondary Education (OESE) under the American History and Civics Education program (CFDA 84.422), effective October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026. The Center for Leadership and American Principles, housed at JSU, will deliver products and services designed to improve the quality of teaching and learning in American history, civics, government, and geography. Based on the program's focus areas, the award likely supports teacher professional development initiatives, curriculum development, or educational resources aligned with the program's emphasis on evidence-based instruction and innovative pedagogical approaches.
The American History and Civics Education program funds activities including Presidential Academies for teacher development, National Activities grants promoting instructional innovation, and curriculum development for K-12 civics education. JSU's award represents a significant investment in advancing civic education capacity and may contribute to workforce development for educators and educational leaders serving low-income and underserved populations. The one-year award period positions the project for potential continuation funding contingent on demonstrated progress and continued appropriations.