As vaccines get rolled out across the country (and the world) many are anxious to get back to normal—whatever the new normal may be. For schools, educators and students alike, the new normal has taken on a new meaning, one where a hybrid experience, with both at-home and in-classroom students, is at the core of all learning.
In March 2021, the House of Representatives approved a $1.9 trillion stimulus package that reserved $170B in funding for K-12 schools and higher education. This bill provides the critical relief that many schools, K-12 and universities alike, need in order to move forward with the future of learning. With access to additional funding, schools can enhance or implement hybrid learning programs and provide students with the technology they need to be successful.
But what are the ins and outs of this relief package and how can administrators, leaders and educators get access to the funding they need to better enhance their classrooms?
Navigating the stimulus spending process can be a daunting task—and we want to help. That’s why we created ‘How to Spend New Federal Funding for K-12 Schools’, a guide to walk educators and administrators through the various aspects of the stimulus bill, from highlighting important dates to our insights and recommendations for utilizing the funds.
As educators, you have enough to think about with planning your curriculum, navigating COVID-19 updates daily and adapting to a hybrid learning environment. We hope this guide provides helpful information for you to advocate for your students and school district and utilize federal relief funding to best support your community.
Together, we can continue to help our students succeed in class no matter what their physical classroom environment looks like.