Description: With new support from the American Rescue Plan, schools have an opportunity to leverage support from afterschool and summer programs to help students re-engage, re-connect, and recover. Learn more about how you can take action today to make the most of this opportunity.
States received ARP dollars in March 2021 and are encouraged to begin dispersing funds to LEAs within 60 days. See US Dept of Ed fact sheet on funding allocation for more detail. State education agencies must complete the ESSER III State Plan Template and submit it to the US Dept of Education by June 7, outlining plans for responding to students' academic, social, emotional, and mental health needs, including afterschool and summer programs.
State education agencies must allocate:
Districts must spend at least 20% of funds on learning recovery strategies, including comprehensive afterschool and summer enrichment programs.