States receiving REA grant awards are required to devote 95 percent of the total funds to two competitive grant programs.
Grants is now available.
Applications are due May 15, 2001. Districts and schools will provide professional development for teachers, purchase additional resources such as books, materials, reading programs, develop and deliver strategic early intervention for students having difficulty learning to read, and support family literacy activities, including parenting and adult literacy education. Applications are due May 15, 2001. Schools and districts will provide for community and school-based tutoring opportunities for students with reading difficulties. See the model TAG public notice .