Pine Bluff School District 3

Pine Bluff School District 3 is a U.S. state government educational institution located in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) since March 24, 2015, with an active registration through March 17, 2026. As a local educational agency, the district provides comprehensive public education services to students in the Pine Bluff area. The district is recognized for its commitment to providing equitable, high-quality educational opportunities and has established itself as an active recipient of federal grant funding to support various educational initiatives and improvements.

The district has received numerous federal grant sub-awards primarily from the Department of Education Arkansas, focusing on a wide range of educational support programs. These grants cover critical areas such as special education services for students with disabilities under IDEA, including support for children aged 3-5, enhancing educational experiences through therapy services, materials, and equipment. The district also receives funding for improving teacher and principal quality, implementing student support and academic enrichment programs, and providing resources for literacy, math, and after-school tutoring programs. Notable grant programs include the Student Support and Academic Enrichment (SSAE) program, which aims to provide well-rounded education, improve learning conditions, and enhance technology use. Additionally, the district received a significant $476,520 School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP) grant from the U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Community Oriented Policing Services to improve school security and promote a positive learning environment. Other grants have supported COVID-19 relief efforts, child nutrition programs, McKinney-Vento homeless student services, and professional development initiatives.