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How states are using ESSER funds to strengthen high-quality out-of-school time learning

How states are using ESSER funds to strengthen high-quality OST learning: teacher with red hair teaching young Asian girl student outdoors by pointing at flowers
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Source

Council of Chief State School Officers

Summary

“Out-of-school time learning opportunities can provide students with structured and supervised time outside of school for learning and enrichment. But since the COVID-19 pandemic, demand has increased at the same time the need for additional support outside of the classroom has grown. States have dedicated more than $3.2 billion from their ESSER set-aside funds to provide and expand access to high-quality out-of-school time activities. Major investments include subgrants for multipurpose and academic programs as well as investments in balanced calendar initiatives, college and career readiness programs, kindergarten transition programs, and microgrants for families.”
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