Congress passed three funding bills to address the economic consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on the nation’s education system.

This funding was approved to help districts and schools address the many impacts of COVID-19 on pre-K through 12 education, including:

Implementing strategies to meet the social, emotional, and academic needs of students hit hardest by the pandemic.
Funding summer, after-school, and other extended learning and enrichment programs.

Federal Announcement from the Department of Education for the American Rescue Plan (ARP)

What Funding Is Available?

There are still two sources of funding available: CRRSA Higher Ed and ARP Total Funding. More information is available at the U.S. Department of Education website.

How Can Funding Be Used?

Funding can be used to purchase educational resources and professional development training. Funds are based on Title I allocations.

Perfection Learning offers resources that support the
intent of this federal funding.

Addressing the needs of special student populations, including:
—Children with special needs.
—English learners.
—Low-income students.
—Racial and ethnic minorities.
—Students experiencing homelessness.
—Foster care youth.
Addressing social emotional learning (SEL).
Tracking student performance and engagement.
Supporting resources for teaching summer school or after-school programs.
Delivering professional development for educators.

Please visit your state’s department of education website for more details on specific funding allocations.