The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) is an unprecedented investment by the federal government in changing students' lives. The more than $100 billion in funds will not only help financially strapped school systems retain jobs, but will also support educational reforms and innovations.
Investing in Innovation Fund (i3) Application and Priorities Released
Applications for these grants are due in mid-May and funds will be awarded in September to local educational agencies (LEAs) and to nonprofit organizations partnering with one or more LEAs or a consortium of schools. In the coming weeks, officials from the Department of Education's Office of Innovation and Improvement will hold informational workshops in Atlanta, Baltimore, and Denver and corresponding Webinars. Visit the Ed.gov Web site to download the application, register for the Webinar, and find additional information.
As district, school, and state leaders plan ARRA investments, we can provide support by:
Do you have further questions about the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act? Please feel free to contact us at recovery@educationnorthwest.org
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