Nebraska receives $55M federal grant for literacy enhancement in K-12 education, targeting disadvantaged, English learners, and disabled students.

Nebraska has secured a $55 million federal grant, the largest in its Department of Education history, to enhance literacy for children from birth to 12th grade over the next five years. The initiative will focus on supporting disadvantaged students, English learners, and those with disabilities through evidence-based strategies. Louisiana has also received a $70 million grant to improve reading programs in high-need schools, with funding starting in the 2025-2026 school year.

September 09, 2024
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