Helps children learn to read independently by the end of the third grade through reading instruction based on scientific research, professional development, family literacy, and extended learning activities. These are competitive discretionary grants to States. Applications will be available January 29, with a closing date of March 12 . Announcement of awards is expected by May 31. Funds are distributed to States based on Title I LEA grant shares.
School districts apply to the State to receive funding for either purpose.
These projects will demonstrate innovative credit enhancement techniques that help charter schools meet the cost of acquiring, constructing and renovating facilities by improving access to private capital. Nonprofit agencies, public entities and consortia of the two are eligible to apply for awards to guarantee or insure debt or leases so that charter schools may obtain or improve school facilities. Award recipients will also use these funds to help charter schools identify and obtain loans and to provide assistance in issuing debt, such as recruiting bond counsel and underwriters. Helps charter schools meet start-up costs associated with creating their new public schools, such as developing curriculum, purchasing equipment, or providing professional development for teachers. The program provides funds to States, which then award sub-grants to charter school developers, and to eligible schools in states that do not apply.