Town Of Cheshire

Town of Cheshire is a U.S. local government entity registered to receive federal grant awards since May 9, 2002. As a municipality, it provides various public services to its residents, including education through the Cheshire Department of Education. The town has received several federal grant subawards, primarily in the areas of education and emergency services. These grants have supported a range of initiatives, from special education programs to pandemic response efforts in schools.

The majority of Town of Cheshire's federal grant subawards have been in the education sector, channeled through the Connecticut Department of Education. These include grants under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part B, both Section 611 and Section 619, which support special education services. The town has also received Education Stabilization funding and grants for the Reopening and Continued Safe Operation of Schools, likely in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. These grants have funded activities such as implementing public health protocols, supporting continuity of educational services, addressing learning loss, and preparing schools for safe reopening. Additionally, Town of Cheshire has received reimbursements for Public Assistance (PA) costs through the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection, indicating its involvement in emergency management and response activities at the local level.