FY27 COMMBUYS COMP RFP~14.docx

This is a competitive grant opportunity document from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) for the FY27 Strengthening English as a Second Language (ESL) Programming and Services Grant. The grant program supports school districts in providing English learners with high-quality ESL curriculum and increasing the number of qualified ESL teachers. Complete programmatic information, eligibility requirements, funding details, project duration, contact information, submission deadlines, required forms, and detailed submission instructions are available on the DESE Grants Management website at https://www.doe.mass.edu/grants/2027/0182/. All current DESE funding opportunities are posted on the Grants Management site for applicant reference and ongoing updates.

The grant is aligned with the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's Educational Vision and represents one of multiple funding mechanisms available to support districts serving English learner populations. Specific details regarding the approximate funding amount available, fund use restrictions, project duration, due dates, and required submission documentation are contained in the full grant posting on the DESE website. Applicants should consult the official posting for complete information on grant terms, conditions, and any renewal or continuation options.