Federal & State Programs

The Pennsylvania Department of Education’s Division of Federal Programs administers federal programs and funding to over 570 local education agencies, non-public, and charter schools in the amount of $700 million.

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The Pennsylvania Department of Education receives numerous inquiries regarding federal programs. Click the LOGO for the Pennsylvania Department of Education to learn about the most frequently asked about programs

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21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant

The 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) grant is a competitive grant that provides federal funding to establish community learning centers that provide academic, artistic and cultural enrichment opportunities for students and their families. These opportunities must occur during non-school hours or periods when school is not in session to help students attending high-poverty and low-performing schools to meet state and local standards in core academic subjects.