Introduction

October 1, 2007

The State Department of Education will award approximately 1.75 million for after school programs for the 2008-2009 school year. Funding is made possible through a federal allocation to states under the 21st Century Community Learning Centers program. Successful applicants will receive funding for up to five years. Eligible applicants include school districts, municipalities, community based organizations, faith based organizations and private corporations.

Letters of intent are due November 30th, grant applications are due January 31st. Successful applicants will be announced April 17th, 2007.

The 21st Century Community Learning Centers program is authorized under Title IV, Part B, of the No Child Left Behind Act. The program is designed to provide academic enrichment opportunities, art, music, recreation, sports, drug and violence prevention and youth development activities to youth during non-school hours.

"The 21st Century Community Learning Centers programs have demonstrated powerful outcomes in deterring delinquency and improving academic performance," said Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Luna. "This is a great opportunity for Idaho communities to provide quality, structured programming for youth during the time of day when they need it most."

The Department of Education currently funds 71 after school centers throughout the state serving a total of 10,593 Idaho youth. Program participants consistently outperform non participants on the ISAT. For more information contact: Matt McCarter, 21stCCLC Program Coordinator, State Department of Education, (208) 332-6960

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