Rural and Low-Income School Program

Funding Category: At-Risk Students

Description: The purpose of the program is to provide financial assistance to rural districts to assist them in meeting their state's definition of adequate yearly progress (AYP).  Funds may be used to conduct the following activities:
  • Teacher professional development, including programs that train teachers to use technology to improve teaching and that train teachers of students with special needs;
  • Support for educational technology, including software and hardware, that meets the requirements of ESEA, Title II, Part D (Enhancing Education Through Technology; # 84.318);
  • More

Eligibility: K-12 State Educational Agencies (SEA). Funds are awarded to SEAs, which in turn make subgrants to local education agencies (LEAs).

To Apply: Must submit application online through the U.S. Department of Education E-grants system.  For more information, contact Eric Schulz at reap@ed.gov or 202-401-0039.

Grant Amount: Varies

Deadline: None

State: National