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San José Learns

SAN JOSE PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION

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Funding Amount

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Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

San José Learns

Overview: San José Learns is dedicated to empowering young learners in grades TK-3 from under-resourced communities through high-quality out-of-school time programs.

Background: Launched by Mayor Sam Liccardo in 2015, this initiative is committed to closing the achievement gap, particularly for students of color.

Geographic Scope: San José, California

Focus Areas:

Out-of-school time programs for elementary students (TK-3)

Academic achievement gap closure

Support for students of color

English Language Arts (ELA) proficiency

Target Population:

Students in grades TK-3 from under-resourced communities

Students of color

Low-income students

Students with disabilities

Impact Data (2022-2023):

55% of students met or exceeded third-grade ELA standard overall

45% of Black students met or exceeded ELA standard

29% of Latino/a/x students met or exceeded ELA standard

30% of low-income students met or exceeded ELA standard

23% of students with disabilities met or exceeded ELA standard

How It Works: Through an annual grant program administered by the Library Foundation, eligible school districts receive resources to maximize their budgets and partner with exceptional program providers.

Contact:

San José Public Library Foundation

PO Box 611540, San José, CA 95161-1540

Phone: 408.808.2081

Email: info@sjplf.org