How much funding does METCO Supplemental Special Education Grant provide?

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When is the deadline for METCO Supplemental Special Education Grant?

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METCO Supplemental Special Education Grant

Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Foundation Grants for K-12 Schools Grants for Special Education Grants for Education Educational Equity Grants

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Funds do not have to be attributed to specific individual students with intensive needs.

Other requirements

Funds may be used for special education costs for Boston and Springfield resident students participating in the METCO program that are not otherwise covered or reimbursed by other federal or state restricted sources.

Overview

Funder: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

The METCO Supplemental Special Education Grant aims to provide crucial support to districts serving Boston and Springfield students with significant special education needs. This competitive grant enhances educational access and fosters diversity by allowing these students to attend schools in participating communities. With approximately $325,375 available, the funding can cover costs like specialized transportation and one-on-one support as outlined in students' IEPs, ensuring equitable educational opportunities.

The purpose of this competitive grant program is to provide supplemental support to METCO districts serving Boston or Springfield resident students with more intensive special education needs. The METCO program expands educational opportunities, increases diversity, and reduces racial isolation by permitting students in Boston and Springfield to attend public schools in other communities that have agreed to participate. Please note that this is a pilot program, and the Department will be seeking feedback about if/how to continue this program in future years.
Priorities:
The priority of this fund source is to provide supplemental support to METCO districts serving Boston or Springfield resident students with more intensive special education needs, which will typically include specialized transportation and/or one-on-one support in the student's IEP.
Funding:

Approximately $325,375 is available.

Eligibility

Funds may be used for special education costs for Boston and Springfield resident students participating in the METCO program that are not otherwise covered or reimbursed by other federal or state restricted sources.Funds do not have to be attributed to specific individual students with intensive needs.