Rethink Grant Overview and Data
Overview and Grant Design (Core Competencies)
In July 2020, the United States Department of Education (USDE) announced that New York wasÌýawarded almostÌý$20 millionÌýfor the federalÌýRethinkÌýK-12 Education ModelsÌýGrant.ÌýThis will provide more than 190,000 teachers and educational leaders across this State with a combined 450,000 hours of professional support to implement effective practices in remote/hybrid teaching and learning which, in turn, will reach an estimated two million students. Thirty-nine states applied for this funding and New York was one of eleven states to be awarded funds under this grant competition.
The 91ÉçÇøÌýapplied for the Rethink Education Models grantÌýto support blended and remote learning. The Department’s approach to continuity of learning is founded on two major pillars: a partnership with communities, schools, and educational leaders to close the digital divide, and steadfast support for New York’s educators.ÌýSchools at every level across our State face tremendous challenges as they address the crisis created by COVID-19; we commend our dedicated educators who have stepped up, adapting quickly to ensure continuity of learning so our students don’t fall behind.
The grant is funded through the federal Education Stabilization Fund (ESF), authorized by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.Ìý.